Mappy Free Play and High Score Save Kit
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Mappy Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Namco Arcade PCBs
Upgrade your original Mappy arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, full attract sounds, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard functionality 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 side-scrolling platform gameplay collectors expect.
No coins required while still supporting traditional coin operation.
Permanently stores the Top 5 scores.
Includes the full attract sound set including dot munching audio.
Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards.
Upgrade Your Mappy Arcade Experience
Restore and enhance your original Mappy arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Namco arcade hardware.
Original boards often lose scores, rely on aging components, or suffer from unstable resets. This upgrade modernizes your PCB while preserving the original gameplay, controls, timing, and side-scrolling platform gameplay that made Mappy one of Namco’s most recognizable arcade classics.
Unlike emulation or reproduction hardware, this kit keeps your original arcade PCB intact while improving long-term reliability for collectors, operators, and restoration projects.
Customize Your Mappy 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 easier installation.
Important Installation Notes
- 6809E Processor Required: Must have a 6809E processor installed
- Socketed CPU Required: Install a 40-pin socket if your CPU is soldered directly to the PCB
- Read the Mappy Installation Guide before setup
Main Features
- Easy Install: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required
- Save Your Scores Forever: Uses reliable serial EEPROM instead of failure-prone NVRAM or batteries
- High Score Save: Stores the Top 5 scores permanently
- Attract Sounds: Plays during every attract cycle
- Full Attract Sounds: Includes the dot munching sound from the attract gameplay screen
- Free Play: No coins required
- Coin Up: Traditional coin operation can remain enabled
- Attract Mode: Minimizes static screens to reduce CRT burn-in
- Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Full on-screen DIP adjustment menu
- ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to reduce power usage
- Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets
Additional Features
- Separate Score Tables: Distinct tables for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives
- Backup and Restore: Save and reload high scores anytime
- Selectable Character Names: Choose between Goro or Meowky
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
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.
Mappy Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ
Does this kit permanently save scores?
Yes. Your Top 5 scores are permanently stored using reliable serial EEPROM memory.
Does the kit support Free Play and Coin Up?
Yes. Choose between Free Play or traditional Coin Up operation.
Are attract sounds included?
Yes. The kit includes the full attract sound set including dot munching audio.
Is soldering required?
No soldering is required if your 6809E processor is socketed.
Does the kit support Backup and Restore?
Yes. Save and reload high scores anytime.
Can I choose different character names?
Yes. Choose between Goro or Meowky.
Where can I download the installation guide?
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6809E 8-Bit Microprocessor (40-Pin CPU) The 6809E is a powerful 8-bit microprocessor commonly used in classic arcade PCBs during the early and mid-1980s. This processor served as the main CPU for many arcade boards, executing game code, handling player inputs, and coordinating communication between memory, sound hardware, and video circuitry. Known for its advanced architecture compared to earlier processors, the 6809E provided improved instruction sets and efficient memory addressing, making it a popular choice for more complex arcade games. A properly functioning CPU is essential for reliable board operation, making the 6809E a common replacement component during arcade PCB repair and restoration. Key Features Motorola 6809E 8-bit microprocessor Standard 40-pin DIP (Dual In-line Package) Used as the main CPU in many classic arcade boards Handles game logic, timing, and hardware communication Ideal for arcade PCB repair and restoration work Used In Arcade Games Such As Circus Charlie Juno First Track & Field Hyper Sports Star Wars Qix …and many other classic arcade titles Some arcade boards use the 6809E processor in conjunction with other supporting chips or adapters. In certain Konami systems, the 6809E can be used with a 42-pin Konami-1 adapter, which is included with some HighScoreSaves kits. Installation Notes Installs into a standard 40-pin DIP socket on compatible arcade PCBs Ensure proper notch orientation when installing the CPU Recommended for technicians performing arcade board troubleshooting or restoration *Can be used with a 42-pin Konami-1 adapter (included with some HighScoreSaves kits). *Manufacturer brands may vary.
40-Pin Socket Specifications This 40-pin DIP socket is designed for reliable installation of integrated circuits and arcade daughter boards that use a standard 40-pin layout. Using a socket allows the chip or module to be easily removed or replaced without soldering directly to the PCB, helping protect the board during upgrades, repairs, or troubleshooting. Pin Pitch: 2.54 mm (0.100″) standard DIP spacing Total Pins: 40 pins arranged in two rows (2×20) Mounting Type: Through-hole (THT) for secure soldered installation Compatibility: Designed for standard 40-pin DIP integrated circuits and modules Installation Benefit: Allows ICs to be inserted or removed without repeated soldering Use Case: Ideal for arcade PCB upgrades, ROM installations, and repair work The standard 2.54 mm (0.100″) pin spacing matches the layout used on most classic arcade PCBs and DIP integrated circuits. Once soldered to the board, the socket provides a stable connection while allowing the chip to be safely inserted and removed when needed.
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