Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Bomb Jack Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Bomb Jack arcade hardware with our collection of Bomb Jack 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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Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit Upgrade your original Bomb Jack arcade PCB with this Free Play and High Score Save Kit designed by HighScoreSaves for fast installation, stable score retention, authentic attract sounds, and menu driven configuration. This plug and play upgrade preserves the original Tehkan experience while adding modern convenience features that make gameplay smoother and maintenance easier. 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. Main Features Easy install: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring—plug in and go. Save your scores forever: Uses serial EEPROM (not failure-prone NVRAM or batteries). High Score Save: Saves the Top 10 scores on screen. Real attract sounds: Not just music—gameplay sounds too. Attract sounds: Set at 25%, 50%, or 100% of the attract screen rotation. Freeplay and Coin-Up: Play without coins or keep quarters/tokens enabled. Attract mode: Helps minimize screen burn by avoiding static screens. Menu-driven DIP settings: Change options on-screen—no cabinet pulling for DIP switches. ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to save power. Cabinet compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup and Restore: Back up high scores and restore later—ideal before or after game-room parties. Fast boot / Self-test: Quick startup; self-test accessible via the main menu or by setting all PCB DIP switches to OFF. Optional Features View Bomb Jack 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 secure online score uploads so you can compare your performance 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 isn’t socketed, install a 40-pin socket for the kit to work. Read the Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit Installation Guide / Manual (PDF) before setup. Just the FAQ's How many scores are saved?The kit saves the Top 10 scores on screen. Does it support Freeplay and coin operation?Yes. Run in Freeplay or keep coin-up enabled—your choice. What are “real attract sounds”?Attract mode can play gameplay sound effects for authentic demos. Can I adjust attract sounds?Yes. Set attract sounds to 25%, 50%, or 100%. Can I change DIP settings without opening the cabinet?Yes — use the menu-driven DIP settings. How do I access self-test?From the main menu or by setting all PCB DIP switches to OFF. What is ROM Saver?The kit runs the game and reduces power usage when original ROMs are removed. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Download the Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit Setup Instructions / Installation Manual (PDF) . Do I need a socketed CPU?Yes. A socketed Z80 is required. Resources Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit — Installation Guide / Manual (PDF) HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips HighScoreSaves Facebook Page HighScoreSaves eBay Store
Details and Benefits
Looking for more technical details before purchasing? The information below outlines the full capabilities and installation requirements of the Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit.
The Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit is designed for original arcade hardware and addresses common issues on aging boards, such as lost high scores, reset reliability, and limited configuration options. This upgrade delivers modern stability and quality-of-life features while preserving the original gameplay experience.
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 modes — Additional options for training and testing
Important Installation Notes
A socketed Z80 CPU is required. If your board is not already socketed, install a 40-pin socket before using this kit. Always review the installation guide prior to installation to ensure proper setup and reliable operation.
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.