Yie Ar Kung Fu Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Yie Ar Kung Fu Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Yie Ar Kung Fu arcade hardware with our collection of Yie Ar Kung Fu 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 fast-paced martial arts combat that made Yie Ar Kung Fu a foundational arcade fighter.
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Yie Ar Kung Fu Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Yie Ar Kung Fu 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 (not failure-prone NVRAM or batteries). High Score Save: Stores the Top 10 scores. Initials option: Choose 10-character original or 3-character initials entry. Attract Sounds: Plays attract sounds at 100% of the attract rotation. Freeplay: No more coins or opening the coin door. Coin Up: Accept coins/tokens if desired. Attract Mode: Designed to avoid static images and reduce screen burn. On-screen DIP settings: Menu-driven DIP configuration. ROM Saver: Remove original program ROMs if you prefer. Cabinet compatibility: Works in both Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup & Restore: Save and restore high scores. Flip Screen: Rotate the display 180° from the menu. Important Installation Notes 6809E processor required: This kit runs on a 6809E CPU. Ensure your CPU is socketed; if not, install a 40-pin socket. Read the Yie Ar Kung Fu Installation Guide (PDF) before installation. FAQ Is installation truly plug-and-play? Yes. Just ensure your 6809E processor is socketed. How many scores are saved? Top 10 scores saved, with selectable 3- or 10-character initials. What’s the difference between Wi-Fi and Standard kits? Wi-Fi uploads scores online; Standard saves locally. Can I flip the screen? Yes—rotate the screen 180° in the menu. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Yie Ar Kung Fu Installation Guide (PDF) Will this work in my cabinet? Yes. Supports Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Does Freeplay disable coin inputs? No. Freeplay works alongside coins if desired. Can I back up or restore high scores? Yes—Backup/Restore is included. Do I need to remove the original program ROMs? No. The kit works with or without the original ROMs. How do I choose 3-character vs 10-character initials? Set your preference in the on-screen menu. Resources Yie Ar Kung Fu — Installation Guide (PDF) HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips HighScoreSaves Facebook Page HighScoreSaves eBay Store
Details and Benefits
The Yie Ar Kung Fu Free Play and High Score Save Kit is designed for original arcade hardware to improve score retention, simplify resets, and enhance overall play convenience. This upgrade brings modern reliability while preserving the classic side-scrolling martial arts combat and combo action that define Yie Ar Kung Fu.
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 settings menu — Adjust game 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 beginning 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.