Black Widow Free Play and High Score Save Kit

$117.50

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Make this WiFi Enabled to upload your scores?

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Product number: SW10064.8

Product information "Black Widow Free Play and High Score Save Kit"

Customize Your Black Widow 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—just plug in and play.
Save your scores forever: Uses serial EEPROM (not failure-prone NVRAM or batteries).
High Score Save: Stores the Top 5 scores.
Attract sounds: Set to 25%, 50%, or 100% of the attract rotation.
Freeplay & Coin-Up: Play without coins or keep quarters/tokens enabled.
Attract mode: Minimizes static screens to help reduce screen burn.
Menu-driven settings: Change options on-screen—no cabinet digging for DIP switches.
ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to save power.
Cabinet support: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets.
Copyright text: Choose High Score Saves or the original manufacturer.

Additional Features

Separate score tables: Different high-score tables by lives/bonus awards (up to 4 tables per game).
Backup & Restore: Back up high scores and restore later—great for game-room parties.
Reset button: Restart a game without powering the cabinet off (enable in menu).
Fast boot: No waiting for initialization.
Stealth Mode: Boots straight into the game.

Important Installation Notes

Socketed 6502 required: If your 6502 isn’t socketed, install a 40-pin socket for the kit to work.
Read the Black Widow Free Play and High Score Save Kit Installation Guide / Manual (PDF) before setup.

Just the FAQ's

How many scores are saved?

This kit saves the Top 5 scores.

Does it support both Freeplay and coin-up?

Yes. You can run in Freeplay mode or keep coin-up enabled.

Can I change DIP settings without opening the cabinet?

Yes. All settings are menu-driven, no cabinet digging required.

Does it have separate score tables?

Yes. It supports separate score tables based on lives or bonus awards (up to 4 tables).

What is Stealth Mode?

Stealth Mode allows the kit to boot straight into the game without showing extra menus.

What is the Reset Button feature?

Enable the Reset Button in the menu to restart a game without powering off.

Where can I download the Installation Guide?

Download it here: Black Widow Free Play and High Score Save Kit Setup Instructions / Installation Manual (PDF) .

Do I need a socketed CPU?

Yes. A socketed 6502 is required. If your board doesn’t have one, install a 40-pin socket.

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October 19, 2025 2:53 PM

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Super easy to install. You get free play, high score saving and attract mode/sounds. Another winner from HSS!

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