BurgerTime Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your BurgerTime Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original BurgerTime arcade hardware with our collection of BurgerTime 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 ribbon-cable changes required.
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Burgertime Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Burgertime Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Data East Arcade PCB Upgrade your original Burgertime arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, attract sound enhancements, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware. Designed specifically for original Data East hardware, this plug and play upgrade improves long-term reliability without changing gameplay, timing, sound, or the classic arcade experience collectors expect. Original Arcade Hardware • No Emulation • No Gameplay Changes • Designed for Authentic Arcade PCBs View Install Guide Free Play Play without coins while retaining optional coin operation. High Score Saving Stores the Top 5 scores using reliable EEPROM storage. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Original Hardware Designed for authentic Data East arcade PCB gameplay. Upgrade Your Burgertime Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Burgertime arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Data East arcade hardware. Original boards often lose high scores, rely on aging components, or suffer from unstable resets. This upgrade modernizes your PCB while preserving the original gameplay, sound effects, timing, and arcade feel that made Burgertime one of the most recognizable arcade classics of the early 1980s. Unlike multigame systems or reproduction boards, this kit keeps your original arcade PCB intact while improving long-term reliability for collectors, operators, and restoration projects. Included Features Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required Ribbon Cable Installation: Installs between ribbon cables with no CPU removal required Permanent Score Saving: Reliable serial EEPROM storage with no batteries required High Score Save: Saves the Top 5 scores Attract Sounds: Restores authentic gameplay sound effects Freeplay and Coin-Up: Supports both gameplay styles Attract Mode Protection: Helps minimize screen burn by avoiding static screens Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Change options directly on-screen ROM Saver: Original ROMs may be removed because the program runs directly from the kit Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores anytime Reset Button: Restart a game without powering the cabinet off Separate Score Tables: Different tables for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives Fast Boot: No waiting for lengthy initialization Stealth Mode: Boots directly into gameplay Installation Information Installation Difficulty: Easy Soldering Required: No Installation Method: Ribbon cable daughter card installation Connector Check: Verify ribbon cable connectors match the PCB shown in the guide Ribbon Cable Fitment: Some ribbon cable notches may require slight filing Cabinet Compatibility: Upright and Cocktail supported Installation Guide: Download PDF Installation Guide Optional Wi-Fi Features and Online Leaderboards Learn About Wi-Fi Enabled Kits Upgrade to a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit to upload scores online and compete against players around the world, locally within your arcade, or across your own connected cabinet network. Standard kits save scores locally to the PCB, while Wi-Fi kits add automatic online score syncing through the HighScoreSaves global leaderboard platform. View Global Arcade High Scores Burgertime Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ How many scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 5 high scores. Does it support Freeplay and coin operation? Yes. Use Freeplay or standard coin-up operation. Can I change DIP settings? Yes. All settings are menu-driven and accessible directly on-screen. What is Stealth Mode? Stealth Mode boots straight into gameplay without showing startup screens. Does it support separate score tables? Yes. Separate score tables are available for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives. What is ROM Saver? Original program ROMs may be removed because the program runs directly from the kit. Do ribbon cables require modification? Some ribbon cable notches may require minor filing for proper fitment. Where can I download the installation guide? Download the Burgertime Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Burgertime Installation Guide PDF 2. Setup Tips and Configuration Guide 3. HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel 4. HighScoreSaves Facebook Page 5. 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 Burgertime Free Play and High Score Save Kit.
The Burgertime 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 features while preserving the authentic 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 mode support — Additional training and testing options
Important Installation Notes
This kit typically plugs into the Burgertime daughter card via ribbon cable. Always verify board compatibility before installation and review the installation guide to ensure correct 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.