1943 Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your 1943 Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original 1943 arcade hardware with our collection of 1943 Free Play and High Score Save Kits. These plug-and-play upgrades add reliable high score saving, Free Play functionality, and an on-screen settings menu—no cabinet disassembly or DIP switch changes required.
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1943 Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your 1943 Free Play and High Score Save Kit Upgrade your Capcom 1943 arcade PCB with this Free Play and High Score Save Kit designed by HighScoreSaves for reliable operation, easy installation, and modern gameplay enhancements. This plug and play arcade PCB upgrade adds automatic free play mode, accurate high score retention, optional Wi-Fi features, and screen protection to preserve your original hardware. The 1943 high score save kit corrects issues such as unstable score memory, inconsistent resets, or aging program ROMs, making it ideal for collectors, operators, and cabinet restorations. If you want the most authentic way to enjoy the 1943 classic shooter with modern reliability, this HighScoreSaves modification provides the perfect upgrade while maintaining original Capcom gameplay. Looking for more information? Visit the Wi-Fi versus Standard Kit guide or download the 1943 Install Guide . Build your kit exactly how you want it. Choose 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 to view details, tips, or the installation guide. This HighScoreSaves upgrade adds free play mode, dependable high score saving, optional Wi-Fi connectivity, and reduced screen burn while preserving the authentic gameplay of your original 1943 arcade PCB. Main Features Easy installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring—just plug and play. Permanent score saving: Reliable serial EEPROM storage (no batteries or failure-prone NVRAM). High score tracking: Saves the Top 5 scores on screen. Attract sounds: Play sounds at 25 percent, 50 percent, or 100 percent of attract-screen rotations. Freeplay mode: Coin-free play with optional coin operation. Attract mode protection: Reduces screen burn by eliminating static screens. Menu-driven DIP settings: Change game options without opening the cabinet. ROM saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to reduce power use. Cabinet compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup and restore: Save and reload high scores—great for game-room parties. Separate score tables: Unique high-score tables based on difficulty selected. God Mode: Practice endlessly (scores are not saved in this mode). Optional Features View 1943 High Scores Want to take your scores beyond the cabinet? Before adding this kit to your cart, simply use the dropdown labeled “Make this WiFi Enabled to upload your scores?” and select Yes or No. Choosing Wi-Fi enables online score uploads and lets you see how you stack up globally, within your country, or even against players in your own game room. You can also explore and view all supported kits that participate in Global Arcade High Scores. All Global High Scores Why This Kit is the Best Upgrade for 1943 Compared to multigame boards or reproduction PCBs, this HighScoreSaves kit preserves the original Capcom hardware while adding valuable features such as free play mode, accurate high score saving, menu-driven configuration, and optional Wi-Fi. It delivers the most accurate 1943 arcade experience with modern reliability improvements. Important Installation Notes Socketed Z80 required: If your Z80 is not socketed, install a 40-pin socket for this kit to work. Read the 1943 Free Play and High Score Save Kit Installation Guide Manual PDF before setup. Just the FAQ's Is installation truly plug and play? Yes. No soldering, board mods are required. Ensure your Z80 is socketed or add a 40-pin socket. How many scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 5 scores. What is the difference between Wi-Fi and Standard kits? The Wi-Fi kit uploads scores online and syncs to your personal page. The Standard kit saves locally only. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Download the 1943 Free Play and High Score Save Kit Setup Instructions Installation Manual PDF Resources 1943 Free Play and High Score Save Kit — Installation Guide PDF HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips HighScoreSaves Facebook Page eBay Store — HighScoreSaves
Details and Benefits
Looking for more technical details before purchasing? The information below outlines the full capabilities and installation requirements of the 1943 Free Play and High Score Save Kit.
The 1943 Free Play and High Score Save Kit is designed for original Capcom hardware and addresses common issues found on aging arcade boards, including lost high scores, reset reliability, and daughter-card wear. This upgrade delivers modern stability and quality-of-life improvements while preserving the authentic gameplay of this classic shooter.
What This Kit Adds
- Free Play with flexibility — Enjoy coin-free operation while still supporting traditional coin play when desired
- Reliable score retention — High scores are stored permanently using non-volatile memory
- On-screen control menu — Adjust difficulty and game options without opening the cabinet
- Attract sound control — Select Off, 25 percent, 50 percent, or 100 percent of the attract cycle
- Monitor-friendly attract behavior — Helps reduce burn-in by avoiding static attract screens
- ROM saver option — Original program ROMs may be removed to reduce power draw
- Cabinet compatibility — Supports both Upright and Cocktail cabinets
Advanced Features
- Backup and restore — Save and reload high score data, ideal before or after tournaments and events
- Separate score tables — Independent high score tables based on selected lives settings
- God Mode — Practice with unlimited lives (scores are disabled while active)
Important Installation Notes
A socketed Z80 CPU is required. If your Z80 processor is not already socketed, a 40-pin socket must be installed before using this kit. Always review the installation guide prior to installation to ensure proper setup.
Optional Wi-Fi enabled versions allow scores to be uploaded online and synced to your personal player page in addition to local high score saving on the PCB.