Bubble Bobble Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Bubble Bobble Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Bubble Bobble arcade hardware with our collection of Bubble Bobble 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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Bubble Bobble Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Bubble Bobble Free Play and High Score Save Kit 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. Freeplay & 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 digging for DIP switches. ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to save power. Cabinet compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup & Restore: Back up high scores and restore later—ideal before/after game-room parties. Reset button: Restart a game without powering the cabinet off. Separate score tables: 2, 3, or 4 lives. Self-test accessible: Via main menu or by setting all PCB DIP switches to OFF. Optional Features View Bubble Bobble 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 allows your scores to be uploaded online so you can see how you rank globally, within your country, or even against players in your own game room. All Global High Scores Important Installation Notes CPU & socket: Some boards require a Z80B. Ensure your CPU is socketed—if not, install a 40-pin socket. Read the Bubble Bobble Free Play and High Score Save Kit Installation Guide / Manual (PDF) before setup. Just the FAQ's How many scores are saved?Top 10 scores. Freeplay + coin-up?Yes—use Freeplay or coin mode. Menu-driven DIP settings?All options available on-screen. Self-test access?Main menu or all PCB DIP switches OFF. ROM Saver?Remove original program ROMs—program runs on the kit. Separate score tables?2, 3, or 4 lives. Download Installation Guide Download the Bubble Bobble Free Play and High Score Save Kit Setup Instructions / Installation Manual (PDF) CPU requirements?Some boards require a Z80B. Resources Bubble Bobble Free Play and High Score Save Kit — Installation Guide (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 Bubble Bobble Free Play and High Score Save Kit.
The Bubble Bobble 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 concerns, and limited configuration options. This upgrade delivers modern stability and quality-of-life improvements while preserving the original gameplay experience.
What This Kit Adds
- Free Play with flexibility — Enable coin-free play while still supporting traditional coin operation
- 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 — Additional options for training and testing
Important Installation Notes
A socketed Z80B CPU is required. If your board does not already have a socket, install the appropriate 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.