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Crystal Castles Free Play and High Score Save Kit

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Customize Your Crystal Castles Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Choose between a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit or a Standard Save Kit. You can also add a processor and/or a 40-pin socket—optional but recommended for easy installation.

Learn More About This Kit

Click a button below for product details, setup tips, or the installation guide.

Features

  • Easy install: No soldering or board mods. Plug in and play.
  • Save scores forever: Uses reliable serial EEPROM (not batteries or NVRAM).
  • High Score Save: Stores the Top 32 scores.
  • Freeplay mode: Start games without coins; Coin Up still supported.
  • Attract Mode: Prevent screen burn with rotating screens.
  • Copyright message: Show original manufacturer or High Score Saves branding.
  • On-screen DIP settings: Adjust via menu—no hardware switch pulling.
  • ROM Saver: Original program ROMs can be removed (program resides on the kit).
  • Cabinet support: Works in Upright and Cocktail machines.

Additional Features

  • Backup & Restore: Save and reload high scores—ideal for parties.
  • Reset Button: Restart without powering off (enable in menu).
  • Separate score tables: Stores different tables for 2–5 lives.
  • Fast boot: Minimal initialization time.

Important

Just the FAQ's

How many scores are saved?

This kit saves the Top 32 scores on-screen.

Does it support Freeplay and coins?

Yes. Enable Freeplay for coinless play, or keep Coin Up enabled for tokens/quarters.

Are there separate score tables by lives?

Yes. It maintains separate high-score tables for 2–5 lives settings.

What does ROM Saver mean?

The program runs on the kit, so the original program ROMs can be removed to reduce power and wear.

Which processor do I need?

You need a 6502. Ensure it’s socketed, or install a 40-pin socket before installation.

Where can I download the Installation Guide?

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October 27, 2025 1:53 PM

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Easy peasy to install. Even has a GOD mode.

Another great kit. Fits right into the 6502 socket with no fuss. Might be a bit tough to reach around the cabinet for the on/off switch with the player 1 button held down but I was able to juuust make it. :)

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