Pepper 2 Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Pepper 2 Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Pepper 2 arcade hardware with our collection of Pepper 2 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 and puzzle gameplay.
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Pepper 2 Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Pepper 2 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 a serial EEPROM (not failure-prone NVRAM or batteries). High Score Save: Saves the Top 5 scores. Attract sounds: Enable at 25%, 50%, or 100% of attract-screen rotations. Free Play: Start games without coins or opening the coin door. Coin Up: Coins/tokens still supported if desired. Attract mode: Reduce screen burn—no more static screens. Copyright message: Set to original manufacturer or Highscoresaves. Menu-driven DIP settings: Change settings on-screen—no cabinet pull-out. ROM Saver: Original program ROMs can be removed (program is on the save kit). Cabinet support: Works in upright or cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup & restore: Back up high scores and restore later—great for before/after parties. Separate score tables: Different tables for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives. Reset button: Restart a game without powering off (enable in menu). Fast boot: No waiting for initialization. Stealth Mode: Boots straight to the game. Important Installation Notes Ensure your 6502 is socketed. If not, install a 40-pin socket for the kit to work. Read the installation guide (PDF) before installing. Game List Pepper 2 FAQ Do I need to solder anything?No, this kit is plug-and-play. No soldering or board modifications required. Does it save high scores permanently?Yes, scores are stored in EEPROM and do not require batteries. How many high scores are saved?The kit saves the Top 5 scores. 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, you can enable Free Play or continue to use Coin Up. Will it work in all cabinet types?Yes, it supports both upright and cocktail cabinets. Does it support backup and restore?Yes, you can back up scores and restore them later—perfect for before/after parties. What CPUs are compatible?You must use a socketed 6502 processor. Encrypted/custom CPUs will not work. What is Stealth Mode?Stealth Mode allows the kit to boot directly to the game without showing menus. Where can I download the installation guide? You can download it here: Pepper 2 Installation Guide (PDF) Resources Pepper 2 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 Pepper 2 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 puzzle-maze arcade gameplay that made Pepper 2 a favorite.
What This Kit Adds
- Free Play support — Enable coin-free operation while still supporting traditional coin play
- Reliable high score saving — Permanent storage using non-volatile memory
- On-screen control menu — Adjust game options 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.