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Jail Break Free Play and High Score Save Kits

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Upgrade Your Jail Break Arcade Experience

Bring modern convenience to your original Jail Break arcade hardware with our collection of Jail Break 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 and escape gameplay.

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Jail Break Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Jail Break Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Jail Break Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Konami Arcade PCBs Upgrade your original Jail Break arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, attract sounds, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware. Designed specifically for original Konami hardware, this plug and play upgrade improves long-term reliability without changing gameplay timing, controls, sound, or the classic run-and-gun arcade gameplay collectors expect. Original Arcade Hardware • No Emulation • No Gameplay Changes • Designed for Authentic Arcade PCBs View Install Guide Free Play Start games without coins while still supporting Coin Up operation. High Score Saving Permanently stores the Top 5 scores. Attract Sounds Full attract audio support included. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Upgrade Your Jail Break Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Jail Break arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Konami 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 run-and-gun gameplay that made Jail Break a memorable 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 6809E Processor Required: This kit requires a 6809E processor Socketed CPU Required: Install a 40-pin socket if your CPU is soldered directly to the PCB Read the Jail Break Installation Guide before installation Main Features Easy Install: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required Save Your Scores Forever: Uses serial EEPROM instead of battery-backed NVRAM High Score Save: Stores the Top 5 scores permanently Attract Sounds: Full attract audio support included Free Play: Start games without coins or opening the coin door Coin Support: Coin Up still works if desired Attract Mode Protection: Helps reduce CRT monitor burn-in Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Change DIP options directly on screen ROM Saver: Remove original ROMs to reduce heat and power usage Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Additional Features Separate Score Tables: Independent tables for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives Backup and Restore: Save and reload high scores anytime Initial Entry: Enter and permanently store player initials Installation Information Installation Difficulty: Easy Soldering Required: No, if CPU is socketed Processor Requirement: Requires a 6809E 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 Jail Break Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ Does this kit require soldering? No. However, your 6809E processor must be socketed. Install a 40-pin socket if needed. How many high scores are saved? The kit stores the Top 5 high scores. Does it support Free Play and Coin Up? Yes. Both Free Play and Coin Up are fully supported. Can I change DIP settings without opening the cabinet? Yes. All DIP settings are menu-driven and adjustable directly on screen. What is ROM Saver? ROM Saver allows the game to run directly from the kit so original ROMs may optionally be removed. Does the kit support initials? Yes. Players can enter and permanently save initials alongside scores. Which cabinets are supported? Compatible with both Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Where can I download the installation guide? Jail Break Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Jail Break 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 $75.00

Details and Benefits

The Jail Break Free Play and High Score Save Kit is designed for original arcade hardware to address common issues such as lost high scores, unreliable resets, and limited configuration options. This upgrade brings modern reliability and convenience while preserving the classic maze and thief-escape gameplay experience.

What This Kit Adds

  • Free Play support — Enable coin-free operation while still supporting traditional coin play
  • Reliable high score saving — Permanent score storage using non-volatile memory
  • On-screen control menu — Adjust settings without opening the cabinet
  • Monitor-friendly attract behavior — Helps reduce attract screen static 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 high score 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.