Donkey Kong | Pauline Edition Free Play and High Score Save Kit
$76.00
Available, delivery time: 2-5 days
Product information "Donkey Kong | Pauline Edition Free Play and High Score Save Kit"
Customize Your Donkey Kong | Pauline 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.
Features
- Easy install – No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring. Plug in and go!
- Save your scores forever – Uses a reliable serial EPROM, not failure-prone NVRAM or batteries.
- High Score Save – Saves the Top 5 scores.
- Initial entry – Choose 3 or 12 characters for high-score initials.
- Logo options – Switch between manufacturer logo or HighScoreSaves logo on the attract screen.
- Extended scoring – Save scores over 1,000,000 points.
- Freeplay – No more coins or opening the coin door.
- Coin Up – Still supports coins if desired.
- Attract sounds – Set at 25%, 50%, or 100% of the attract rotation.
- Attract mode – Minimizes screen burn; no more static screens.
- Change DIP settings – Menu-driven; no need to open the cabinet to flip DIP switches.
- ROM saver – Optionally remove original program ROMs to save power.
- Cabinet support – Works in Upright or Cocktail cabinets.
Additional Features
- Backup & Restore – Back up high scores and restore later; ideal for before/after game-room parties.
- Separate score tables – Different high-score tables for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives.
- Game menu – Easy-select in-game menu.
- ROM revision choice – Select US or Japan revisions.
- Practice Mode – Start at Level 4 (Girder, Elevator, Rivet, Pie Factory stages).
- Slow Down (Practice Mode) – Press a Start button to slow the level to half speed (Practice Mode only).
- Wild Barrel hack – All barrels thrown are Type 2.
- Color Barrel hack – Learn how to control barrel behavior.
- No Kill-Screen hack – Keep playing indefinitely.
Important
- Socketed Z80 required: If your Z80 isn’t socketed, install a 40-pin socket.
- Read the Donkey Kong | Pauline Installation Guide (PDF) before installing.
- Not compatible with DK Remix: You cannot “stack” the DK Remix kit with this HSS/Free Play kit.
- 2- or 4-board PCB stack only: Installs on a 2- or 4-PCB stack.
- Pauline graphics requirement: This kit requires 5 EPROMs to be changed on the video PCB for Pauline to work properly (this is also why DK Remix cannot be stacked).
- You must download and burn these ROMs yourself: available here (add to cart; $5).
Note: Requires a socketed Z80 and a 2- or 4-board PCB stack. DK Remix is not compatible. Pauline graphics require 5 EPROM changes on the video PCB (download link below).
Games List
- Donkey Kong
- Pauline Edition Donkey Kong
- Wild Barrel Edition Donkey Kong
- Color Barrel Donkey Kong
FAQ
How many scores are saved?
The kit saves the Top 5 scores (with extended scoring over 1,000,000 supported).
Does it support Freeplay and coin operation?
Yes. You can enable Freeplay or keep Coin Up enabled for tokens/quarters.
Is this compatible with the DK Remix kit?
No. The DK Remix kit cannot be stacked with this HSS/Free Play kit.
Which PCB stacks are supported?
This kit installs on 2- or 4-board PCB stacks only.
What do I need for the Pauline graphics?
The Pauline edition requires 5 EPROMs on the video PCB to be changed. Download the ROMs here (add to cart; $5) and burn them yourself.
Where can I download the Installation Guide?
Download it here: Donkey Kong | Pauline Installation Guide (PDF).
Login