Megazone Free Play and High Score Save Kits

Megazone Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Megazone Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Konami Arcade PCBs Upgrade your original Megazone 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 fast-paced shooter gameplay collectors expect. Original Arcade Hardware • No Emulation • No Gameplay Changes • Designed for Authentic Arcade PCBs View Install Guide Free Play No coins required while still supporting traditional coin operation. Top 5 High Scores Permanently stores the Top 5 scores with initials. Attract Sounds Hear attract sounds during every attract screen rotation. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Upgrade Your Megazone Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Megazone arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Konami arcade hardware. Original boards often lose scores, rely on aging components, or suffer from unstable resets. This upgrade modernizes your PCB while preserving the original gameplay, controls, timing, and hybrid shooter gameplay that made Megazone a memorable early Konami arcade classic. Unlike emulation or reproduction hardware, 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 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: Requires a 6809E processor to operate Socket Required: Install a 40-pin socket if your processor is soldered directly to the PCB Read the Megazone Installation Guide before setup Main Features Easy Install: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required Save Your Scores Forever: Uses reliable serial EEPROM instead of failure-prone NVRAM or batteries High Score Save: Saves the Top 5 scores permanently Attract Sounds: Hear attract sounds during every attract screen rotation Free Play: No coins required while still supporting Coin Up Coin Up: Supports traditional coin operation if desired Attract Mode: Helps minimize CRT monitor burn-in Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Change DIP switches without opening the cabinet ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to save power Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Additional Features Separate Score Tables: 16 independent score tables based on difficulty and lives settings Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores later for parties or tournaments Flip Screen: Rotate the display image 180° when needed Installation Information Installation Difficulty: Easy Soldering Required: No, if CPU is socketed Processor Requirement: Requires a 6809E processor Socket 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 Megazone Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ Does this kit permanently save high scores? Yes. Scores are stored in reliable serial EEPROM memory that keeps data even when powered off. Can I still use coins if Free Play is enabled? Yes. The kit supports both Free Play and Coin Up simultaneously. Is soldering required? No soldering is required if your 6809E CPU is already socketed. How many score tables are included? The kit includes 16 separate score tables based on difficulty and lives settings. Does the kit support Flip Screen? Yes. Flip Screen rotates the image 180° when needed. Where can I download the installation guide? Megazone Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Megazone 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