Space Zap Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Space Zap Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Space Zap arcade hardware with our collection of Space Zap 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 intense fixed-shooter gameplay that makes Space Zap a classic.
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Space Zap Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Space Zap 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 serial EEPROM (no batteries or NVRAM). High Score Save: Saves the Top 5 scores with initials. Initial entry: Enter your initials for saved scores. Attract sounds: Adjustable at 25%, 50%, or 100%. Freeplay: No more opening the coin door. Coin Up: Still supports coins or tokens. Copyright: Choose manufacturer or Highscoresaves branding. On-screen DIP settings: Menu-driven—no cabinet access needed. ROM Saver: Original ROM board not required. Cabinet support: Works in Upright or Cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup & Restore: Back up and restore high scores. Separate score tables: 2, 3, 4, and 5 lives each have their own table. Reset button: Restart without powering off (requires menu enable). No ROM board needed: Program/ROM/RAM board removed; graphics RAM stays. Stealth Mode: Boots straight into the game. Important Installation Notes Socketed Z80 required: Install a 40-pin socket if needed. Read the Space Zap Installation Guide (PDF) before setup. FAQ Do I need to solder anything? No, this kit is plug-and-play. Does it save scores permanently? Yes, stored in serial EEPROM—never lost. How many scores are saved? Top 5 scores with initials. Does it support initials entry? Yes, initials entry supported. Can I enable Freeplay? Yes, Freeplay + Coin Up both supported. Does it support attract sounds? Yes—25%, 50%, or 100% of attract rotations. Cabinet support? Works in Upright or Cocktail cabinets. What is Stealth Mode? Boots straight into the game—no menu shown. Do I need the ROM board? No. Program/ROM/RAM board removed; graphics RAM stays. Where is the installation guide? Space Zap Installation Guide (PDF) Resources Space Zap — Installation Guide (PDF) HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips HighScoreSaves Facebook Page HighScoreSaves eBay Store
Details and Benefits
The Space Zap Free Play and High Score Save Kit is engineered for original arcade hardware to address common issues like lost high scores, unreliable resets, and limited settings control. This upgrade brings modern reliability and convenience while preserving the classic Space Zap fixed-shooter experience.
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 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.