Mr. Do Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Mr. Do Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Mr. Do arcade hardware with our collection of Mr. Do 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.
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Mr Do Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Mr. Do Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Universal Arcade PCBs Upgrade your original Mr. Do arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, selectable ROM revisions, attract sounds, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware. Designed specifically for original Universal hardware, this plug and play upgrade improves long-term reliability without changing gameplay timing, controls, sound, or the classic maze-action 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 10 high scores. ROM Revision Selection Choose ORIGINAL ROMs or the UPDATED speed-hack version. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Upgrade Your Mr. Do Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Mr. Do arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Universal 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 fast-paced maze gameplay that made Mr. Do one of the most recognizable arcade classics. 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 Ensure your Z80 is socketed: Install a 40-pin socket if your CPU is soldered directly to the PCB Read the Mr. Do 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 batteries or NVRAM High Score Save: Stores the Top 10 scores permanently ROM Revisions: Choose ORIGINAL ROMs or UPDATED speed-hack gameplay Attract Sounds: Adjustable at 25%, 50%, or 100% attract-screen rotations Free Play: Start games without coins or opening the coin door Coin Up: Coins and tokens still supported if desired Attract Mode Protection: Helps reduce monitor burn-in from static screens Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Change settings on-screen without cabinet removal ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to save power Cabinet Support: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Additional Features Backup and Restore: Back up high scores and restore later for parties or tournaments Separate Score Tables: Different high-score saves for 2, 3, or 4 lives settings Reset Button: Restart a game without powering the cabinet off NEW RAM Test: Hold Player 1 Action while powering up to run a built-in RAM test Installation Information Installation Difficulty: Easy Soldering Required: No, if CPU is socketed Processor Requirement: Requires a standard 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 Mr. Do Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ How many high scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 10 scores. Can I use both ROM revisions? Yes. You can choose between the ORIGINAL ROMs and the speed-hack version for faster gameplay. Does it support Free Play and coin operation? Yes. You can enable Free Play or keep Coin Up active. What is the Backup and Restore feature? You can back up high scores before a party or event, then restore them afterward. How do I run the RAM test? Hold the Player 1 Action button while powering up to run a built-in RAM test. What is Stealth Mode? Stealth Mode makes the kit boot up looking like the stock/original hardware. Which cabinets are supported? This kit works in both Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Where can I download the installation guide? Mr. Do Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Mr. Do 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
Details and Benefits
The Mr. Do Free Play and High Score Save Kit is engineered 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 Mr. Do maze chase arcade 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 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.