Galaga Instruction Magnet

Galaga Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Midway, Namco, and Bootleg Arcade PCBs Upgrade your original Galaga arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, advanced gameplay enhancements, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware. Designed specifically for original Midway, Namco, and compatible clone 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 Backup and Restore support. Advanced Gameplay Features Includes Auto Fire, extended scoring, Level 255 fix, and selectable firing speeds. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Upgrade Your Galaga Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Galaga arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Midway, Namco, and compatible clone 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 Galaga one of the greatest fixed shooters in arcade history. 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 Wide PCB Compatibility: Supports original Midway, Namco, and many Galaga-compatible clone PCBs Socketed Z80 required: Install a 40-pin socket if your Z80 processor is soldered directly to the PCB Read the Galaga Installation Guide before setup Included Features Easy Installation: No soldering or modifications required — plug in and play Permanent Score Saving: Uses serial EEPROM instead of failure-prone NVRAM or batteries High Score Save: Saves the Top 5 scores permanently Real Attract Sounds: Off, 25%, 50%, or 100% of attract rotation Full Attract Audio: Set attract to 100% to hear the complete sound cycle Freeplay: No coins required while still supporting Coin Up Attract Mode Screen Saver: Helps reduce monitor burn-in Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Change settings without accessing the PCB ROM Saver: Remove original program ROMs to reduce heat and power usage Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores anytime Separate Score Tables: Unique tables for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives settings Wide PCB Compatibility: Works on Midway, Namco, and many clone boards Attract Logo Choice: Switch between Midway, Namco, or HighScoreSaves logos Auto Fire Option: Toggle Auto Fire through the game menu Extended Scoring: Supports 8-digit scoring up to 99,999,990 Level 255 Fix: Continue gameplay progression beyond Level 255 Four Shooting Speeds: Normal, Slow, Fast, and Fastest firing modes 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 PCB Compatibility: Midway, Namco, and many Galaga-compatible clone boards 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 Galaga Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ Which PCBs are supported? This kit supports original Midway, Namco, and many compatible Galaga clone PCBs. How many scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 5 high scores with Backup and Restore functionality. Does it support Freeplay and Coin-Up? Yes. Run the game in Freeplay or keep Coin Up active. Are attract sounds adjustable? Yes. Choose Off, 25%, 50%, or 100% attract sound rotation. What advanced gameplay features are included? Includes Auto Fire, Extended Scoring, Level 255 Fix, and four selectable firing speeds. Does it support Cocktail cabinets? Yes. Works in both Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Can I change the attract logo? Yes. Choose between Midway, Namco, or HighScoreSaves logo branding. Where can I download the installation guide? Galaga Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Galaga 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