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Mikie Free Play and High Score Save Kits

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Upgrade Your Mikie Arcade Experience

Bring modern convenience to your original Mikie arcade hardware with our collection of Mikie 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 cafeteria chase gameplay.

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Mikie Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Mikie Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Mikie Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Konami Arcade PCBs Upgrade your original Mikie 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 school-themed arcade 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 Mikie Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Mikie 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 humorous action gameplay that made Mikie a memorable 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 Information 6809E Processor Required: Requires a 6809E processor to operate Socketed CPU Required: Install a 40-pin socket if your processor is soldered directly to the PCB Read the Mikie Installation Guide before installation 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 Backup and Restore: Back up high scores and restore later for parties or tournaments 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 Mikie Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ Does the Mikie kit permanently save scores? Yes. The kit uses reliable serial EEPROM memory to permanently store scores even when powered off. How many scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 5 scores with initials. Can I still use coins with Free Play enabled? Yes. Coin Up is still supported while Free Play mode is active. Is soldering required for installation? No soldering is required if your 6809E processor is already socketed. Does the kit support Cocktail cabinets? Yes. Compatible with both Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Are attract sounds included? Yes. Attract sounds can play during every attract screen rotation. Where can I download the installation guide? Mikie Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Mikie 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 Mikie Free Play and High Score Save Kit is designed 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 classic Mikie cafeteria chase and arcade challenge.

What This Kit Adds

  • Free Play support — Enable coin-free operation while still supporting traditional coin play
  • Reliable high score saving — Permanent high score storage using non-volatile memory
  • On-screen control menu — Adjust settings 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 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.