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Radar Scope Free Play and High Score Save Kits

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Upgrade Your Radar Scope Arcade Experience

Bring modern convenience to your original Radar Scope arcade hardware with our collection of Radar Scope 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 fixed-shooter gameplay that made Radar Scope a unique early Nintendo title.

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Radarscope Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Radarscope Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Radar Scope Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Nintendo Arcade PCBs Upgrade your original Radar Scope arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, initials entry, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware. Designed specifically for original Nintendo hardware, this plug and play upgrade improves long-term reliability without changing gameplay timing, controls, sound, or the classic arcade experience 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 saves the Top 5 scores with initials support. 8 Character Initial Entry Enter up to 8 characters for personalized high-score entries. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Upgrade Your Radar Scope Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Radar Scope arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Nintendo 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 arcade feel that made Radar Scope one of Nintendo’s earliest dedicated arcade releases. 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 Socketed Z80 Required: Install a 40-pin socket if your Z80 processor is soldered directly to the PCB Read the Radar Scope Installation Guide before installing the kit Included Features Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required Permanent Score Saving: Uses reliable EEPROM instead of failure-prone NVRAM or batteries High Score Save: Stores the Top 5 scores with initials Initial Entry: Enter up to 8 characters for initials 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 burn-in by eliminating static screens Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Change settings directly through the on-screen menu ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to save power Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Backup and Restore: Save and restore highscores later for parties or events Installation Information Installation Difficulty: Easy Soldering Required: No, if CPU is socketed Processor Requirement: Requires a 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 Radar Scope Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ Do I need to solder anything? No. This kit is completely plug-and-play with 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 scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 5 scores with initials support. Does it allow initials entry? Yes. You can enter up to 8 characters for initials. Can I enable Free Play? Yes. Free Play is fully supported so coins are no longer required. Does it support Coin Up mode? Yes. Coins and tokens are still supported if desired. Does it help reduce screen burn-in? Yes. The attract mode helps prevent burn-in by removing static screens. Will it work in all cabinet types? Yes. Works in both Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Where can I download the installation guide? Radar Scope Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Radar Scope 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 $66.00

Details and Benefits

The Radar Scope Free Play and High Score Save Kit is engineered for original arcade hardware to address common issues like unreliable score retention and reset behavior. This upgrade brings modern reliability and convenience while preserving the classic fixed-shooter action that made this 1980 Nintendo arcade title memorable.

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 settings menu — Adjust gameplay and kit options without opening the cabinet
  • Monitor-friendly attract behavior — Helps reduce static attract-screen burn-in
  • Cabinet compatibility — Works with Upright arcade cabinets

Advanced Features

  • High score backup and restore — Save and reload score data as needed
  • Separate score tables — Independent high score tables per configuration
  • 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.