Roc-n-Rope Free Play and High Score Save Kits

Roc 'n Rope Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Roc 'n Rope Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Konami Arcade PCBs Upgrade your original Roc 'n Rope arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, initials entry, attract sounds, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware. Designed specifically for original Konami 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 high scores with initials support. 16 Score Tables Separate high-score tables for every difficulty and lives combination. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Upgrade Your Roc 'n Rope Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Roc 'n Rope arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Konami 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 Roc 'n Rope one of Konami’s most unique early climbing-action arcade games. 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 Requires a 6809E CPU: Ensure your board uses a 6809E processor before installation Socketed CPU Required: Install a 40-pin socket if your processor is soldered directly to the PCB Read the Roc 'n Rope Installation Guide before installing the kit Included Features Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required Permanent Score Saving: Uses reliable serial EEPROM instead of failure-prone NVRAM or batteries High Score Save: Saves the Top 5 scores permanently Initial Entry: Initial entry supported for high scores Attract Sounds: Plays at 100% of attract-mode rotations Freeplay: No coins needed while still supporting Coin Up Attract Mode Protection: Helps minimize screen burn with no static screens Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Change game settings directly from the on-screen menu ROM Saver: Remove original program ROMs if desired to reduce power consumption Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Separate Score Tables: 16 unique high-score tables for every difficulty and lives combination Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores later for parties or events Installation Information Installation Difficulty: Easy Soldering Required: No, if CPU is socketed Processor Requirement: Requires a 6809E 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 Roc 'n Rope Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ Do I need to solder anything? No. Installation is completely plug-and-play with no soldering required. Does it save high scores permanently? Yes. Scores are saved using reliable serial EEPROM instead of battery-backed RAM. How many scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 5 high scores. Can I enter my initials? Yes. High-score initials entry is fully supported. Does it support attract sounds? Yes. Attract sounds play at 100% of the attract-mode cycle. Can I use Freeplay and Coin Up? Yes. Both Freeplay and Coin Up modes are supported. Are there separate score tables? Yes. The kit includes 16 different high-score tables based on difficulty and lives settings. What processor is required? A socketed 6809E processor is required. Where can I download the installation guide? Roc 'n Rope Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Roc 'n Rope 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