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Cosmic Avenger Free Play and High Score Save Kits

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Upgrade Your Cosmic Avenger Arcade Experience

Bring modern convenience to your original Cosmic Avenger arcade hardware with our collection of Cosmic Avenger Free Play and High Score Save Kits. These plug-and-play upgrades add reliable high score saving and Free Play functionality while preserving the classic vertical shooter gameplay you love.

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Cosmic Avenger Free Play and High Score Save Kit

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Cosmic Avenger Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Cosmic Avenger Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Universal Arcade PCB Upgrade your original Cosmic Avenger 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 Universal 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 7 scores using reliable EEPROM storage. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Original Hardware Designed for authentic Universal arcade PCB gameplay. Upgrade Your Cosmic Avenger Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Cosmic Avenger arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Universal 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 Cosmic Avenger a memorable early 1980s arcade shooter. 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 or board modifications required Reliable Score Saving: Serial EEPROM storage with no batteries required High Score Save: Stores the Top 7 scores Attract Sounds: Plays audio during 100% of attract rotations Freeplay Mode: Unlimited play without coins Coin-Up Support: Still accepts quarters or tokens Attract Mode Protection: Gameplay demos help reduce screen burn On-Screen DIP Settings: Configure settings directly from the menu ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Separate Score Tables: Eight tables based on lives and difficulty settings Backup and Restore: Perfect for parties and tournaments Stealth Mode: Boots with a stock appearance while preserving all save features Installation Information Installation Difficulty: Easy Soldering Required: No, if CPU is socketed Processor Requirement: Requires a Z80 processor Socketed CPU Required: Install a 40-pin socket if needed 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 Cosmic Avenger Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ How many scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 7 high scores. Does it support Freeplay and coin use? Yes. The kit supports both Freeplay and Coin-Up operation. Are separate score tables included? Yes. The kit includes 8 separate high-score tables based on difficulty and lives settings. What is Stealth Mode? Stealth Mode boots to appear original while keeping all save features active. Which processor is required? A Z80 processor is required and must be socketed. Can I adjust settings on-screen? Yes. All settings are configurable directly through the on-screen menu system. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Download the Cosmic Avenger Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Cosmic Avenger Installation Guide PDF 2. Setup Tips and Configuration Guide 3. HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel 4. HighScoreSaves Facebook Page 5. HighScoreSaves eBay Store

Regular price: From $66.00

Details and Benefits

The Cosmic Avenger Free Play and High Score Save Kit is engineered for original arcade hardware to address common issues like lost high scores, unreliable resets, and limited settings flexibility. This upgrade brings modern ease of use while preserving the authentic Cosmic Avenger gameplay experience.

What This Kit Adds

  • Free Play support — Enable coin-free operation while still supporting traditional coin play
  • Dependable high score saving — Scores are stored permanently using non-volatile memory
  • On-screen control menu — Adjust gameplay options without opening your cabinet
  • Monitor-friendly attract behavior — Helps reduce static attract screen burn-in
  • Cabinet compatibility — Works with Upright arcade cabinets

Advanced Features

  • High score backup and restore — Save and reload score data as needed
  • Separate score tables — Independent high score tables based on selected game settings
  • Optional Wi-Fi support — Upload your scores online and sync to your player page

Installation Notes

This kit requires a compatible socketed CPU on the Cosmic Avenger PCB. Always review the installation guide before starting to ensure correct setup and reliable operation.