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Guzzler Free Play and High Score Save Kits

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Upgrade Your Guzzler Arcade Experience

Bring modern convenience to your original Guzzler arcade hardware with our collection of Guzzler 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 maze-chase gameplay that makes Guzzler a fun and challenging arcade title.

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Guzzler Free Play and High Score Save Kit

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Guzzler Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Guzzler Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Tehkan Arcade PCBs Upgrade your original Guzzler arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, initials support, fast boot functionality, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware. Designed specifically for original Tehkan hardware, this plug and play upgrade improves long-term reliability without changing gameplay timing, controls, sound, or the original maze-action 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 still supporting Coin Up operation. High Score Saving Permanently stores the Top 5 scores with initials. Fast Boot Mode Quick self-test and startup functionality directly from the menu system. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Upgrade Your Guzzler Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Guzzler arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Tehkan 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, controls, timing, and maze-action gameplay that made Guzzler a unique arcade classic. 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. Available Kit Options Build your kit exactly how you want it. Choose between a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit or a Standard Save Kit. Optional processor and socket upgrades are also available to simplify installation on original hardware. Important Installation Notes Socketed Z80 Required: Install a 40-pin socket if your Z80 processor is soldered directly to the PCB Read the Guzzler Installation Guide before installation Included Features Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required Save Your Scores Forever: Uses reliable serial EEPROM instead of batteries or NVRAM High Score Save: Saves the Top 5 scores with initials Copyright Selection: Toggle attract-screen logo between original manufacturer and HighScoreSaves Freeplay: No coins required while still supporting Coin Up Attract Mode Protection: Helps prevent monitor burn-in from static screens On-Screen DIP Settings: Menu-driven configuration without cabinet removal ROM Saver: Original program ROMs can be removed if desired Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores for parties or events Separate Score Tables: Different tables for 2, 3, or 4 lives settings Stealth Mode: Access menu by holding P1 during power-up Fast Boot: Quick self-test and startup support through menu or DIP OFF mode 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 Guzzler Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ Does this kit require soldering? No. The kit is completely plug-and-play. How many high scores does it save? The kit stores the Top 5 scores with initials. Can I still use coins with Freeplay enabled? Yes. Coin Up operation still functions normally. What is Stealth Mode? Stealth Mode boots the game like stock hardware and is accessed by holding Player 1 during power-up. Does it work in Upright and Cocktail cabinets? Yes. Both cabinet styles are fully supported. What is Fast Boot mode? Fast Boot enables quick self-test and startup functionality directly from the menu system. Where can I download the installation guide? Guzzler Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Guzzler Free Play and High Score Save Kit — Installation Guide PDF 2. Setup Tips and Configuration Guide 3. HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips 4. HighScoreSaves Facebook Page 5. HighScoreSaves eBay Store

Regular price: From $66.00

Details and Benefits

The Guzzler Free Play and High Score Save Kit is crafted for original Guzzler arcade hardware to bring modern reliability, convenience, and score retention without altering the core gameplay. Whether you’re restoring a classic cabinet or upgrading your game room staple, this kit adds essential quality-of-life features.

What This Kit Adds

  • Free Play support — Enjoy coin-free play while retaining traditional coin inputs
  • Accurate high score saving — Saves scores permanently without failure-prone RAM
  • On-screen settings — Change difficulty, attract behavior, and more without opening the cabinet
  • Attract mode enhancements — Helps reduce CRT burn-in by improving attract sequences
  • Cabinet compatibility — Designed for Upright and Cocktail Guzzler boards

Advanced Features

  • Backup and restore — Save and reload score tables for events or parties
  • Separate score tables — Independent high-score tracking per setting

Important Installation Notes

This kit requires a socketed CPU or proper adapter depending on your PCB revision. Always review the install guide before beginning to ensure the setup is correct from first power-on.

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.