Xevious Free Play and High Score Save Kit
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Product information "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.
Play without coins while retaining optional coin operation.
Stores the Top 5 scores with initials support.
Includes Cross Hatch, RAM Test, and Input diagnostics.
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
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.
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?
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Z80 8-Bit Microprocessor (40-Pin CPU) The Z80 is a classic 8-bit microprocessor widely used in arcade machines from the late 1970s through the 1980s. This processor served as the main CPU in many arcade PCBs, executing game code, processing player inputs, and coordinating communication with memory, sound hardware, and video circuitry. The Z80 became one of the most popular processors in arcade hardware due to its reliability and expanded instruction set compared to earlier CPUs. Because of its widespread use, the Z80 is commonly found in a variety of classic arcade games and remains an essential component when repairing or restoring vintage arcade boards. This processor uses a standard 40-pin DIP (Dual In-line Package) and installs directly into a compatible socket on the arcade PCB. Replacing a faulty CPU can often resolve boot failures, lockups, or other operational issues in aging arcade hardware. Key Features Z80 8-bit microprocessor Standard 40-pin DIP package Common CPU used in many classic arcade PCBs Handles core game logic, timing, and system control Ideal for arcade PCB troubleshooting, repair, and restoration Used In Arcade Games Such As Donkey Kong Galaga Donkey Kong Jr. Frogger Galaxian Dig Dug Xevious …and many other classic arcade titles Installation Notes Installs into a standard 40-pin DIP socket on compatible arcade PCBs Ensure correct notch orientation when installing the CPU Recommended for technicians performing arcade board repair or restoration *Manufacturer brands or markings 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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