Xevious Free Play and High Score Save Kits

Xevious Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Xevious Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Namco and Atari Arcade PCB Upgrade your original Xevious arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, diagnostics tools, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware. Designed specifically for original Namco 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 Play without coins while retaining optional coin operation. High Score Saving Stores the Top 5 scores with initials support. Diagnostics Tools Includes Cross Hatch, RAM Test, and Input diagnostics. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Upgrade Your Xevious Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Xevious arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Namco 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 Xevious one of the most influential vertical shooters ever created. 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. Important Installation Notes Z80 processor must be socketed: Install a 40-pin socket if your CPU is soldered directly to the PCB P1 and P2 start buttons will not illuminate during Free Play mode Read the Xevious Installation Guide before installation Included Features Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required Permanent Score Saving: Reliable serial EEPROM storage instead of batteries or NVRAM High Score Save: Stores the Top 5 scores with initials Initials Entry: Use 3-character initials with HighScoreSaves copyright or 10-character initials using Namco copyright Copyright Options: Choose between original manufacturer logo or HighScoreSaves logo Freeplay Mode: No more coins or opening the coin door Coin-Up Support: Continue using quarters or tokens if desired Attract Mode Protection: Helps reduce static images and screen burn On-Screen DIP Settings: Menu-driven DIP switch control system ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores anytime Separate Score Tables: Different score tables for 2, 3, or 4 lives settings Fast Boot: Access self-test mode directly from the menu or DIP switches Cross Hatch: Built-in monitor adjustment pattern RAM and Input Test: Integrated diagnostics and input testing tools 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 Xevious Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ Is installation truly plug-and-play? Yes. No soldering is required if your Z80 processor is already socketed. How many scores are saved and can I enter initials? The kit stores the Top 5 scores and supports either 3-character or 10-character initials depending on copyright mode. What’s the difference between Wi-Fi and Standard kits? Wi-Fi kits upload scores online while Standard kits save scores locally only. Does it support coins as well as Freeplay? Yes. Freeplay works alongside normal coin operation. What diagnostics and setup tools are included? The kit includes Fast Boot, Cross Hatch, RAM Test, and Input Test functions. Do P1 and P2 buttons illuminate during Free Play? No. P1 and P2 start buttons do not illuminate during Free Play mode. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Download the Xevious Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Xevious Installation Guide PDF 2. Setup Tips and Configuration Guide 3. HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel 4. HighScoreSaves Facebook Page 5. HighScoreSaves eBay Store