Pengo Free Play and High Score Save Kits

Pengo Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Pengo Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Sega Arcade PCBs Upgrade your original Pengo 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 Sega hardware, this plug and play upgrade improves long-term reliability without changing gameplay timing, controls, sound, or the classic maze-action 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 with initials. Attract Sounds Adjustable attract sounds at 25%, 50%, or 100% frequency. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Upgrade Your Pengo Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Pengo arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Sega 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 maze-action gameplay that made Pengo one of Sega’s 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 Use a standard Z80: Some PCBs use encrypted Z80 processors that are not compatible with this save kit Read the Pengo 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 5 scores with initials 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 score tables for 2, 3, or 4 lives settings Reset Button: Restart a game without powering the cabinet off 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 Pengo Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ Do I need to solder anything? No, the kit is plug-and-play. No soldering or board modifications required. Does it save my high scores permanently? Yes, scores are stored on EEPROM and don’t need batteries. How many high scores does it save? The kit saves the Top 5 scores with initials. Does it support attract sounds? Yes, you can enable attract sounds at 25%, 50%, or 100% frequency. Can I use Free Play and coins? Yes, the kit supports both Free Play and Coin Up modes. Does it work in all cabinet types? Yes, it works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Can I back up and restore scores? Yes, you can back up scores and restore them later, perfect for before/after parties. What CPUs are compatible? You must use a standard Z80. Encrypted Z80 CPUs are not supported. Where can I download the installation guide? Pengo Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Pengo 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