Donkey Kong Rearranged Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Product information "Donkey Kong Rearranged Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit"
Donkey Kong Rearranged 3DK and 3DKJr Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Expand a compatible original Nintendo Donkey Kong or Donkey Kong Jr. two-board arcade PCB with multiple classic games, Rearranged gameplay, practice levels, Free Play, permanent score saving, menu-driven settings, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support.
Select the 3DK configuration for installation on a compatible Donkey Kong PCB or the 3DKJr configuration for installation on a compatible Donkey Kong Jr. PCB. Both configurations provide the same expanded Donkey Kong game collection.
Donkey Kong • Pauline Donkey Kong • Donkey Kong Jr. • Donkey Kong 3 • D2K: Jumpman Returns • Pauline D2K: Jumpman Returns • Japanese Game Revisions • Practice Levels • Donkey Kong Rearranged
Play classic, Pauline, D2K, Japanese, practice, and Rearranged Donkey Kong game variations.
Hold Player 1 Start during attract mode to open the game-selection menu.
Permanently saves the Top 5 scores and player initials for supported games.
Submit qualifying scores to the HighScoreSaves online leaderboard.
Choose the Correct 3DK or 3DKJr Configuration
This is one shared Donkey Kong Rearranged multigame product with two installation configurations. Select the configuration that matches the original Nintendo arcade PCB in your cabinet.
3DK Configuration
- Installs on a compatible original Donkey Kong two-board PCB
- Uses the 3DK Donkey Kong PCB installation guide
- Does not install on original four-board Donkey Kong hardware
3DKJr Configuration
- Installs on a compatible original Donkey Kong Jr. two-board PCB
- Uses the dedicated 3DKJr Donkey Kong Jr. PCB installation guide
- Does not install on a standalone Donkey Kong 3 PCB
The configuration refers to the original arcade PCB used for installation. It does not limit which supported games are available through the multigame menu.
Included Games and Modes
Included Classic and Expanded Games
- Donkey Kong
- Pauline Donkey Kong
- Donkey Kong Jr.
- Donkey Kong 3
- D2K: Jumpman Returns
- Pauline D2K: Jumpman Returns
- Supported Japanese game revisions
- Practice levels
- Donkey Kong Rearranged
Optional Four-Game Remix Collection
Select the optional Remix Collection during purchase to add:
- Donkey Kong Remix
- Donkey Kong Jr. Remix
- Donkey Kong Christmas Remix
- Donkey Kong Spooky Remix
Rearranged Unlockable Editions
Rearranged contains hidden unlockable modes including Drunken Master, Black Hammer, Wild Barrel, Miner 2049er, Builders, FHMC, and Personal editions.
Donkey Kong Rearranged Multigame Features
- Modern Game Menu: Hold Player 1 Start for approximately four seconds during attract mode to open the supported game-selection menu.
- Permanent High Score Saving: Battery-free storage retains the Top 5 scores and player initials for supported games after cabinet power is turned off.
- Extended Scoring: Supports scores above one million points in supported games.
- Free Play: Start games without inserting coins while retaining supported coin and token operation.
- Adjustable Attract Sounds: Select attract sounds during 25%, 50%, or 100% of supported attract-mode rotations.
- Menu-Driven Settings: Adjust supported game and DIP-switch options through the kit menu.
- Attract-Screen Protection: Reduces prolonged display of supported static attract screens while the cabinet is idle.
- ROM Saver: Supports removal of designated original program ROMs as documented in the correct installation guide.
- Practice Levels: Practice specific supported gameplay sections and levels.
- Sound Expansion Support: Provides the additional audio support required by compatible multigame content.
- Kill-Screen Setting: Enable or disable supported kill-screen behavior.
- Rearranged Edition: Combines and intertwines stage layouts into a mixed progression separate from the original game modes.
- Unlockable Modes: Discover hidden gameplay editions and challenge variations within Rearranged.
Hardware Compatibility
- Compatible Installation PCBs: Compatible original Nintendo Donkey Kong or Donkey Kong Jr. two-board PCB stacks
- Configuration Selection: Select Donkey Kong PCB or Donkey Kong Jr. PCB during purchase
- Included Processor: The main Rearranged daughterboard includes its Z80 processor
- CPU Socket Requirement: The installation location must have a compatible 40-pin CPU socket
- Four-Board Donkey Kong Hardware: Not supported
- Standalone Donkey Kong 3 PCB: Not supported as an installation platform
- Original Donkey Kong 3 Game: Included as playable multigame content even though the kit does not install on a Donkey Kong 3 PCB
- Cabinet Access: Access to both boards in the original two-board stack is required during installation
Important Installation Notes
- Two-Board Stack Required: This product does not support original four-board Donkey Kong hardware.
- Socketed CPU Location Required: The 40-pin CPU installation location must have a compatible socket.
- Processor Included: The Rearranged main daughterboard includes its Z80 processor.
- Soldering: No soldering is required when all required installation locations are already socketed.
- If a Required Location Is Soldered: A qualified arcade technician must install the appropriate socket before the kit can be used.
- Correct Guide Required: Use the 3DK guide for a Donkey Kong PCB and the 3DKJr guide for a Donkey Kong Jr. PCB.
Standard and Optional Wi-Fi Kits
The Standard Kit permanently saves supported scores, initials, and settings locally. It does not require an internet connection.
The optional Wi-Fi Enabled Kit includes the same local score-saving features and can also submit qualifying scores to the HighScoreSaves online leaderboard.
Wi-Fi-enabled kits connect to compatible 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi can be disabled without affecting local score saving or gameplay.
Donkey Kong Rearranged 3DK and 3DKJr FAQ
What is the difference between 3DK and 3DKJr?
The game collection is the same. The difference is the original Nintendo PCB used for installation. Select 3DK for a compatible Donkey Kong two-board PCB or 3DKJr for a compatible Donkey Kong Jr. two-board PCB.
Is this the same product as the Donkey Kong Jr. Remix Trainer kit?
No. This is the broader Donkey Kong Rearranged multigame system. The John Kowalski Donkey Kong Jr. Remix Multigame with Trainer is a separate product focused on Donkey Kong Jr. Remix and training tools.
Does the kit install on both Donkey Kong and Donkey Kong Jr. PCBs?
Yes, when the correct configuration is selected. Both installation platforms must be compatible original Nintendo two-board PCB stacks.
Does it support an original four-board Donkey Kong PCB stack?
No. The product supports compatible original two-board Donkey Kong and Donkey Kong Jr. PCB stacks only.
Does the kit install on a Donkey Kong 3 PCB?
No. Donkey Kong 3 is included as playable multigame content, but a standalone Donkey Kong 3 PCB cannot be used as the installation platform.
Is a processor included?
Yes. The main Rearranged daughterboard includes its Z80 processor.
How many scores are saved?
The kit saves the Top 5 scores and player initials for supported games.
How is the game-selection menu opened?
Hold Player 1 Start for approximately four seconds during attract mode to open the supported game-selection menu.
What is Donkey Kong Rearranged?
Rearranged combines and intertwines stage layouts into a mixed gameplay progression with hidden challenge editions.
What does the optional Remix Collection add?
It adds Donkey Kong Remix, Donkey Kong Jr. Remix, Donkey Kong Christmas Remix, and Donkey Kong Spooky Remix.
Which installation guide should I use?
Use the guide matching the original arcade PCB selected during purchase:
3DK Guide for Donkey Kong PCB
3DKJr Guide for Donkey Kong Jr. PCB
Donkey Kong Rearranged Resources and Guides
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5 reviews
February 1, 2026 9:46 PM
Great kit
Saves all the scores, even when turned off and back on next time we play. No more coins are needed. Fast shipping
October 19, 2025 1:17 PM
One of the best multi kits available!
I bought mine on launch day and it was worth every penny. I used to have a DK, DKJR & DK3 all with HSS kits. This kit allowed me to consolidate down to my DK cabinet and open up space for other games in my collection. If you are a collector you know that real estate is usually a limiting factor.
October 16, 2025 3:29 AM
This kit saved me from 10 years of frustration
I had a wonky DK 4 board stack in a hacked maybe homemade cabinet I've been fighting with for 10 years. It worked maybe 10% of the time. I found a DK Jr project in a DK cab that was in great shape. I figured I should start over.
Install took about an hour. If I didn't have to move 2 games, and read the DK Jr directions instead of DK directions, and had a reasonable number of games in my space, it probably would have taken 30 minutes.
I was a little surprised by the price at first, I did some quick math. Between switchers, board, and hi score save kits, it's a total bargain.
The colors were a bit off after the install. I was worried because it looked great before, and I was using the same board. I emailed Joe and he got back to me in under an hour, and offered a phone call. He assured me the colors were different because of the new color proms. I adjusted the monitor and everything looks perfect.
There are so many games on this thing. My old Deranged board had a trainer I could never quite figure out. This is very well laid out, and I can practice my springs board with ease. 200k is in my future! I am so pumped this thing finally works. 11/10
September 25, 2025 5:33 PM
DKJr multi kit with wifi
Bought this kit because I was so impressed with the DK multi kit I had to have one for my Jr. Installation instructions were pretty easy to follow and I already knew from previous experience if I had any problems or questions they would be handled promptly and thoroughly. I only wish I had more arcade machines in to add save kits to and if course any multi game kits as well! Get one...you'll wonder why you didn't do it sooner!!
September 23, 2025 10:35 PM
3DK is a game changer!
If you have a Donkey Kong game but you don't have this kit, you are missing out on the best game kit available.
P.S. Get the wifi version...trust me.