Congo Bongo Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Congo Bongo Arcade Experience
Bring modern reliability to your original Congo Bongo arcade hardware with our Congo Bongo Free Play and High Score Save Kits. These plug-and-play upgrades add dependable high score saving and Free Play functionality while preserving the original gameplay and timing.
Braze Congo Bongo Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Braze Congo Bongo Free Play & High Score Save Kit — Features & Install 📄 Installation Guide (PDF) Overview A simple-to-install high score save kit for Congo Bongo that permanently remembers the top 6 scores and initials. Adds Free Play with attract screens, an improved power-on self-test (POST), and a flip-screen option for any monitor orientation. Installs in minutes with no board modifications. Installation Summary Power down the cabinet and access the CPU board. Carefully remove the Z80 CPU from the Congo Bongo board. Insert the Z80 into the included daughter card. Plug the daughter card into the original Z80 socket. Power on and follow the install guide to complete verification. No special wiring or soldering is required. Key Features Easy installation — no wiring or soldering. High Score Save — permanently stores the top 6 scores + initials. Free Play — full attract mode; enable/disable via DIP switches. Reset High Scores — use Congo Bongo test mode and on-screen prompts. Improved Test Mode — DIP verification + mini POST. Flip Screen — supports both monitor orientations. FAQ Where can I download the install guide? Congo Bongo Install Guide (PDF) Do I need to solder anything? No. The kit is fully plug-and-play. How do I reset the high scores? Enter Congo Bongo test mode and follow the on-screen prompts to restore defaults. How do I enable Free Play? Use the DIP switch settings shown in the installation guide.
Details and Benefits
The Congo Bongo Free Play and High Score Save Kit is designed for original arcade hardware and resolves common issues such as lost high scores and unreliable memory on aging boards. This upgrade improves long-term reliability without altering gameplay.
What This Kit Adds
- Free Play support — Enable coin-free operation while retaining coin play
- Permanent high score storage using non-volatile memory
- Improved reliability compared to original battery-backed solutions
- Cabinet compatibility for Upright arcade cabinets
Installation Notes
This kit is designed for Congo Bongo compatible hardware. Review the installation guide before installation to ensure proper setup and reliable operation.