Moon Cresta Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Moon Cresta Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Moon Cresta arcade hardware with our collection of Moon Cresta 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 space shooter ascent gameplay.
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Moon Cresta Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Moon Cresta 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 install: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring. Plug in and go. Save your scores forever: Uses reliable serial EEPROM (not failure-prone NVRAM or batteries). High Score Save: Saves the Top 5 scores. Attract Sounds: Set to 25%, 50%, or 100% of attract cycles. Attract Mode: Minimizes burn-in; no static screens. Freeplay: No more coins needed. Coin Up: Still supports coins. Menu-driven settings: Change DIP options on-screen. ROM Saver: Remove original program ROMs to reduce power. Cabinet support: Works in Upright or Cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup & Restore: Back up scores and restore later. Separate score tables: Supports 2, 3, 4, and 5 lives. Important Installation Notes Z80 must be socketed: Install a 40-pin socket if needed. Read the Moon Cresta Free Play and High Score Save Kit Installation Guide (PDF) before installing. Hardware Note: Works only on Moon Cresta / EAGLE-class hardware. FAQ Which PCB/hardware is supported?Works on Moon Cresta/EAGLE-class hardware only. Do I need a socketed CPU?Yes, a socketed Z80 is required. How many scores are saved?Saves the Top 5 high scores. Freeplay & Coin Up?Supports both Freeplay and coin-up. Change DIP/settings?Uses an on-screen menu—no cabinet opening required. Backup & Restore?Yes, save/restore high scores anytime. Cocktail compatibility?Yes, works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Where is the install guide? Download Moon Cresta Installation Guide (PDF) Resources Moon Cresta Free Play and High Score Save Kit — Installation Guide (PDF) HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips HighScoreSaves Facebook Page HighScoreSaves eBay Store
Details and Benefits
The Moon Cresta Free Play and High Score Save Kit is engineered for original arcade hardware and addresses common issues like lost high scores, unreliable resets, and limited configuration options. This upgrade brings modern reliability and convenience while preserving the classic vertical space shooter gameplay.
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 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.