1943 Arcade Free Play and High Score Save Kit PCB Upgrade
Product information "1943 Arcade Free Play and High Score Save Kit PCB Upgrade"
1943 Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Capcom Arcade PCB
Upgrade your original Capcom 1943 arcade PCB with Free Play, permanent high score saving, additional game settings, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support while preserving the original gameplay, timing, controls, and sound.
This plug-and-play arcade PCB upgrade uses the original Z80 processor and authentic Capcom hardware. Installation requires a socketed Z80 CPU. No soldering is required when the original processor is already installed in a socket.
Start games without coins while retaining normal coin operation when desired.
Battery-free EEPROM storage retains scores and settings after power is turned off.
Submit qualifying scores to the HighScoreSaves online leaderboard.
Designed specifically for an original Capcom 1943 arcade PCB.
Add Permanent Score Saving to Your Original 1943 Arcade PCB
Original 1943 arcade hardware does not retain high scores after the machine is powered off. This kit adds battery-free score storage while continuing to use the original Capcom PCB, Z80 processor, controls, sound hardware, and game program.
The kit displays the five highest scores during normal gameplay and stores up to 25 scores. It also adds Free Play, adjustable game settings, separate score tables based on difficulty, attract-mode options, backup and restore functions, and a practice-oriented God Mode.
This is not an emulator, replacement game board, or multigame system. The original 1943 gameplay remains unchanged.
Included Features
- Free Play Mode: Play without coins while retaining optional coin operation.
- Permanent High Score Saving: Battery-free EEPROM storage retains scores after power is turned off.
- Top Score Tracking: Displays the Top 5 scores and permanently stores up to 25 scores.
- On-Screen Settings Menu: Adjust supported game options through the arcade controls after installation.
- Attract-Mode Options: Additional settings help reduce prolonged static-image display time.
- Score Backup and Restore: Back up stored score data and restore it when needed.
- Difficulty-Based Score Tables: Maintains separate high score tables for supported difficulty settings.
- God Mode: Practice with unlimited lives. Scores earned in God Mode are not saved.
- ROM Saver: Supports removal of designated original program ROMs as explained in the installation guide.
- Cabinet Compatibility: Supports upright and cocktail 1943 arcade cabinets using compatible original Capcom hardware.
Installation Requirements
- Compatible Hardware: Original Capcom 1943 arcade PCB
- Installation Difficulty: Easy when the original Z80 CPU is already socketed
- Soldering Required: No, when the Z80 CPU is already socketed
- CPU Socket Requirement: The original Z80 processor must be installed in a 40-pin socket
- If the Z80 Is Soldered: A qualified arcade technician must remove the processor and install a 40-pin socket before the kit can be used
- Cabinet Access: Access to the arcade PCB is required during installation
- Cabinet Compatibility: Upright and cocktail cabinets using compatible original hardware
- Installation Guide: Download the 1943 Installation Guide PDF
Standard and Optional Wi-Fi Kits
The Standard Kit permanently saves scores and settings locally on the installed arcade PCB. It does not require an internet connection.
The optional Wi-Fi Enabled Kit includes the same local score-saving features and can also submit qualifying scores to the HighScoreSaves online leaderboard after a player enters their initials.
Wi-Fi-enabled kits connect to compatible 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi can be disabled without affecting local score saving or normal gameplay.
1943 Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ
Is the 1943 Free Play and High Score Save Kit plug and play?
Yes, when the original Z80 CPU is already installed in a socket. The original processor is removed from the PCB, installed on the kit, and the assembled kit is placed into the original CPU socket.
Does installation require soldering?
No soldering is required when the original Z80 CPU is already socketed. If the processor is soldered directly to the PCB, a qualified technician must install a 40-pin socket first.
How many high scores does the 1943 kit save?
The kit displays the Top 5 scores and permanently stores up to 25 scores.
Does the kit change the original 1943 gameplay?
No. The kit continues to use the original Capcom arcade PCB, processor, controls, sound hardware, and game program. It does not emulate or replace the original gameplay.
What is the difference between Standard and Wi-Fi kits?
Both versions save scores locally. The Wi-Fi version can also submit qualifying scores to the HighScoreSaves online leaderboard through a compatible 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connection.
What is God Mode?
God Mode is a practice setting that provides unlimited lives. Scores earned while God Mode is active are not saved.
Where can I download the installation guide?
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1 review
November 16, 2025 10:06 PM
Must have kit
Very happy that Highscoresaves makes kits for these classic arcade games. Ordered and received within a few days. Install guide is straight forward for an easy installation. The save kit works perfectly. Highly recommended!