Arabian Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Arabian Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Arabian arcade hardware with our collection of Arabian 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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Arabian Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Arabian Free Play and High Score Save Kit Designed for original Arabian arcade PCBs, this kit permanently saves high scores, enables free play, and adds modern reliability without changing gameplay. 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. Optional Wi-Fi allows online high score uploads so you can compete beyond your cabinet. This Arabian Free Play and High Score Save Kit adds modern features to original hardware without altering the classic gameplay. Installation is fully plug and play, and the kit provides high score saving, free play mode, adjustable attract audio, screen flip capability, and optional Wi-Fi support. Perfect for authentic restorations or improved ease of use in game room installations. What This Free Play and High Score Save Kit Does This kit upgrades your original Arabian arcade hardware with free play operation and reliable high score saving using modern memory, while preserving the original game code, timing, and behavior. It runs on original arcade PCBs and does not use emulation or multigame software. Common use cases include home arcade cabinets, tournament machines, and long-term restoration projects where authenticity and reliability matter. Learn More About This Kit Click a button to view details, tips, or the installation guide. All links open in a new tab. Main Features Easy installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring—just plug and play. Permanent score saving: Reliable serial EPROM storage (no batteries or failure-prone NVRAM). High score tracking: Saves the Top 10 scores, with 1 dedicated score table. Attract sounds: Play music at 25%, 50%, or 100% 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. Additional Features Cabinet compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail arcade cabinets. Backup and restore: Save and reload high scores before and after events. Flip screen: Instantly corrects screen orientation. Optional Features View Arabian 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 high score uploads so you can see how you stack up globally, within your country, or even against players in your own game room. All Global High Scores Important Installation Notes Socketed Z80 required: If your Z80 is not socketed, install a 40-pin socket for this kit to work. Read the Arabian Free Play and High Score Save Kit Installation Guide / Manual (PDF) before setup. Just the FAQ's How many scores are saved? This kit saves the Top 10 scores using one dedicated score table. Does it support screen flipping? Yes. The Flip Screen feature lets you instantly correct screen orientation. 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. Is installation truly plug-and-play? Yes. No soldering or board mods are required. Ensure your Z80 is socketed (or add a 40-pin socket). Where can I download the Installation Guide? Download the Arabian Free Play and High Score Save Kit Setup Instructions / Installation Manual (PDF) Resources Arabian 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 Arabian Free Play and High Score Save Kit.
The Arabian Free Play and High Score Save Kit is designed for original arcade hardware and addresses common issues found on aging boards, including lost high scores, unreliable resets, and limited configuration options. This upgrade delivers modern stability while preserving the original gameplay and visual presentation.
What This Kit Adds
- Free Play with flexibility — Enable coin-free operation while still supporting traditional coin play
- Reliable score retention — High scores are stored permanently using non-volatile memory
- On-screen control menu — Adjust game options without opening the cabinet
- Monitor-friendly attract behavior — Helps reduce burn-in on CRT displays
- Cabinet compatibility — Supports Upright arcade cabinets
Advanced Features
- Backup and restore — Save and reload high score data as needed
- Separate score tables — Independent high score tables based on configuration settings
- Practice mode support — Training features depending on game configuration
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.