Product information "Battlezone Free Play and High Score Save Kit"
Battlezone Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Atari Vector Arcade PCB
Upgrade your original Atari Battlezone arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, attract mode protection, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support while preserving authentic vector gameplay and original arcade hardware.
Designed specifically for original Atari vector hardware, this plug and play upgrade improves long-term reliability without changing gameplay, timing, sound, or the classic vector arcade experience collectors expect.
Play without coins while retaining optional coin operation.
Stores the Top 10 scores using reliable serial EEPROM.
Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards.
Designed for authentic Atari vector arcade PCB gameplay.
Upgrade Your Battlezone Arcade Experience
Restore and enhance your original Battlezone arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Atari vector arcade hardware.
Original boards often lose high scores, rely on aging components, or suffer from unstable resets. This upgrade modernizes your PCB while preserving the original vector graphics, sound effects, gameplay timing, and arcade feel that made Battlezone one of Atari’s most iconic vector arcade experiences.
Unlike multigame systems or replacement hardware, this kit keeps your original arcade PCB intact while improving long-term reliability for collectors, operators, and restoration projects.
Included Features
- Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required
- Permanent Score Saving: Reliable serial EEPROM storage with no batteries required
- High Score Tracking: Stores the Top 10 scores
- Attract Sounds: Adjustable attract sound frequency options
- Free Play Mode: Coin-free operation with optional coin support
- Attract Mode Protection: Helps reduce vector monitor screen burn
- Copyright Selection: Choose original manufacturer or HighScoreSaves branding
- Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Configure settings without opening the cabinet
- ROM Saver: Original program ROMs can be removed to reduce power usage
- Cabinet Compatibility: Supports Upright and Cocktail cabinets
- Backup and Restore: Save and restore scores before or after parties and tournaments
- Reset Button: Soft restart without powering off the cabinet
- Separate Score Tables: Different score tables for 2, 3, 4, and 5 lives
- Fast Boot: Minimal startup initialization time
Installation Information
- Installation Difficulty: Easy
- Soldering Required: Only if your 6502 CPU is not socketed
- Socketed 6502 Required: Install a 40-pin socket if needed
- Cabinet Compatibility: Upright and Cocktail supported
- Installation Guide: Download PDF Installation Guide
Optional Wi-Fi Features and Online Leaderboards
Upgrade to a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit to upload scores online and compete against players around the world, locally within your arcade, or across your own connected cabinet network.
Standard kits save scores locally to the PCB, while Wi-Fi kits add automatic online score syncing through the HighScoreSaves global leaderboard platform.
Battlezone Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ
How many scores are saved?
The kit stores the Top 10 scores.
Does it support Free Play and coin operation?
Yes. The kit supports both Free Play and normal coin operation.
Can I change DIP settings without opening the cabinet?
Yes. All settings are adjusted through the on-screen menu system.
What does the Reset Button do?
The Reset Button allows a soft restart without turning the cabinet off.
Does the kit support separate score tables?
Yes. Separate score tables are available for 2, 3, 4, and 5 lives.
Does Attract Mode help reduce screen burn?
Yes. Attract Mode Protection helps minimize vector monitor burn-in during idle operation.
Is a socketed 6502 required?
Yes. Install a 40-pin socket if your 6502 CPU is soldered directly to the PCB.
Where can I download the installation guide?
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February 8, 2026 8:38 PM
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Easy installation
Perfect kit for saving high scores. Shipped fast and easy to install.
October 15, 2025 11:15 PM
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Plug-and-Play Perfection with Speedy Delivery
This Battlezone Free Play & High Score Save Kit installs without soldering and reliably stores top scores via EEPROM. I was impressed by how fast the kit arrived — it shipped within just a couple of days and was plug-and-play out of the box.
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6502 8-Bit Microprocessor (40-Pin CPU) The 6502 is a classic 8-bit microprocessor widely used in early arcade hardware and computer systems. This 40-pin DIP CPU served as the primary processor for many classic arcade PCBs and is responsible for executing the game program, processing player inputs, and controlling overall system timing. Many Atari arcade boards rely on the 6502 processor to manage gameplay logic and communicate with other hardware components such as ROM chips, RAM, and video circuitry. A working CPU is essential for proper board operation, making the 6502 a common replacement component during arcade PCB repair and restoration. Key Features 6502 8-bit microprocessor Standard 40-pin DIP (Dual In-line Package) Commonly used in classic arcade PCBs Handles game logic, timing, and hardware control Ideal for arcade board troubleshooting and repair Used In Arcade Games Such As Asteroids Battlezone Centipede Tempest Warlords Missile Command Gravitar Red Baron Because the 6502 processor was widely adopted by Atari and other arcade manufacturers, it appears on many classic arcade boards from the late 1970s and early 1980s. Installation Notes Installs in a standard 40-pin DIP socket Carefully align the notch orientation when installing Recommended for technicians performing arcade PCB repair or restoration *Manufacturer brands may vary.
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40-Pin Socket Specifications This 40-pin DIP socket is designed for reliable installation of integrated circuits and arcade daughter boards that use a standard 40-pin layout. Using a socket allows the chip or module to be easily removed or replaced without soldering directly to the PCB, helping protect the board during upgrades, repairs, or troubleshooting. Pin Pitch: 2.54 mm (0.100″) standard DIP spacing Total Pins: 40 pins arranged in two rows (2×20) Mounting Type: Through-hole (THT) for secure soldered installation Compatibility: Designed for standard 40-pin DIP integrated circuits and modules Installation Benefit: Allows ICs to be inserted or removed without repeated soldering Use Case: Ideal for arcade PCB upgrades, ROM installations, and repair work The standard 2.54 mm (0.100″) pin spacing matches the layout used on most classic arcade PCBs and DIP integrated circuits. Once soldered to the board, the socket provides a stable connection while allowing the chip to be safely inserted and removed when needed.
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