Ghosts ’n Goblins Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Ghosts ’n Goblins Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Ghosts ’n Goblins arcade hardware with our collection of Ghosts ’n Goblins 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 while preserving the classic knight vs undead action and platform challenge.
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Ghosts 'N Goblins Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Ghosts 'N Goblins 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 installation — No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring. Plug in and go. Permanent score saving — Uses a serial EPROM, not failure-prone NVRAM or batteries. High Score Save — Stores the Top 5 scores. Attract sounds — Hear what you’ve been missing; enable 100% attract-screen sound rotation. Freeplay mode — No coins needed; Coin Up still supported. Attract mode screen saver — Prevents screen burn from static images. Menu-driven DIP settings — Change options without opening the cabinet. ROM saver — Optionally remove program ROMs to save power. Cabinet support — Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup & restore — Save and restore high scores; perfect before and after parties. Continue mode — Enable or disable as desired. Stealth Mode — Boots to look stock. Game menu — Easily select the game or practice levels. Separate high-score tables — Different tables for different lives settings (e.g., 3 vs. 5 lives). Practice mode — Start from levels 2–6 with infinite lives. Important Notes Ensure your PCB has a socket for the 6809 processor. If not, install one. This kit uses a 6809, not a 6809E. Read the Ghosts ’N Goblins Installation Guide (PDF) before beginning. FAQ Is installation truly plug-and-play? Yes. No soldering or board modifications are required. Install the kit, power on, and configure from the on-screen menu. How many high scores does it save? The kit stores the Top 5 scores for Ghosts ’N Goblins. Does it support Freeplay and Coin-Up? Yes. You can enable Freeplay or keep Coin-Up active—your choice. How do I change DIP/options without opening the cabinet? All settings are menu-driven on-screen, including coinage, lives, difficulty, and attract-sound behavior. What CPU/socket requirements are there? This kit uses a 6809 (not 6809E). Your CPU must be socketed—install a 40-pin socket if it isn’t. What is “ROM Saver”? ROM Saver allows you to remove the original program ROMs—the program runs on the save kit, reducing power draw and wear. Can I practice later levels? Yes. Use Practice Mode to start from levels 2–6 with infinite lives for training. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Grab it here: Ghosts ’N Goblins Installation Guide (PDF) . Resources Ghosts ’N Goblins — Installation Guide (PDF) HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips HighScoreSaves Facebook Page HighScoreSaves eBay Store
Details and Benefits
The Ghosts ’n Goblins 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 configuration options. This upgrade brings modern reliability and convenience while preserving the original monster-filled platforming action and challenge.
What This Kit Adds
- Free Play support — Enable coin-free operation while still supporting traditional coin play
- Reliable high score saving — Permanent score storage via non-volatile memory
- On-screen control menu — Adjust gameplay options without opening the cabinet
- Monitor-friendly attract behavior — Helps reduce static attract screen burn-in
- Cabinet compatibility — Supports Upright arcade cabinets
Advanced Features
- High score backup and restore — Save and reload score data as needed
- Separate score tables — Independent tables based on configuration settings
- Optional Wi-Fi support — Upload and sync high scores online
Important Installation Notes
This kit requires a compatible socketed CPU. Always review the installation guide prior to installation 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.