Bagman Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Bagman Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Bagman arcade hardware with our collection of Bagman Free Play and High Score Save Kits. These plug-and-play upgrades add reliable high score saving, Free Play functionality, and an on-screen settings menu—no cabinet disassembly or DIP switch changes required.
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Bagman | Super Bagman Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Bagman | Super Bagman Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit Enhance your original Bagman arcade machine with the Super Bagman Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit, a plug-and-play upgrade that adds reliable score saving, on-screen game switching, attract mode improvements, and flexible Free Play or Coin-Up operation. Each game includes its own dedicated high score table, and all settings are adjusted through an easy on-screen menu for fast setup without cabinet modifications. 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. Plug in and go! Save your scores forever: Uses serial EEPROM (not failure-prone NVRAM or batteries). High Score Save: Saves the Top 10 scores for each game. Attract Mode: Reduces screen burn by avoiding static screens. Freeplay & Coin-Up: Play without coins or keep coin mode enabled. Menu-driven settings: Change DIP options directly on-screen. ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to save power. Cabinet compatibility: Works in Upright or Cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup & Restore: Save and restore high scores (great before/after parties). Separate score tables: Different tables for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives. Reset Button: Restart without powering off (enable in menu). Fast Boot: No long initialization wait. Lives-specific HSS: Each lives setting has its own high score table. Game List Bagman Super Bagman Important Installation Notes Socketed Z80 required: If your Z80 is not socketed, install a 40-pin socket. PCB clearance: Some cabinets may require removing the PCB cage. Read the Super Bagman Multigame Free Play & High Score Save Kit Installation Guide (PDF) before setup. FAQ Which games are included?Bagman and Super Bagman. How many scores are saved?Saves the Top 10 per game. Does it support Freeplay and Coin-Up?Yes — both modes are supported. Are DIP settings menu-driven?Yes — no cabinet opening required. What is ROM Saver?Removes program ROMs to reduce power and heat. What does the Reset Button do?Soft-restart without power-cycling. Do I remove the PCB cage?Sometimes required for clearance. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Download PDF Resources Super Bagman Multigame — Installation Guide (PDF) HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel HighScoreSaves Facebook Page Official HighScoreSaves eBay Store
Bagman Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Bagman Free Play and High Score Save Kit Upgrade your original Bagman arcade PCB with this Free Play and High Score Save Kit designed to preserve scores, improve reliability, and modernize gameplay without changing the classic experience. This plug and play upgrade adds free play mode, high score saving, attract mode protection, menu driven settings, optional ROM saver capability, and fast boot performance. A clean, reversible enhancement that keeps your Bagman cabinet authentic while adding essential quality of life improvements. 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 mods, or special wiring. Save your scores forever — Reliable EEPROM (no batteries or NVRAM). High Score Save — Saves the Top 10 scores. Attract Mode — Minimizes screen burn. Free Play — Optional coin support. Menu-driven — Adjust DIP options without opening the cabinet. ROM Saver — Reduce heat and power draw. Cabinet support — Upright and Cocktail supported. Backup and Restore — Perfect before and after parties. Separate score tables — Lives-based (2/3/4/5). Reset Button — Soft restart. Fast boot — Minimal load time. Flip Screen — Correct reversed monitors. Optional Features View Bagman High Scores Want to take your scores beyond the cabinet? Before adding this kit to your cart, simply use the dropdown labeled “Make this WiFi Enabled to upload your scores?” and select Yes or No. Choosing Wi-Fi enables secure online score uploads so you can see how you rank globally, within your country, or even against players in your own game room. All Global High Scores Important Installation Notes Socketed Z80 required: Install a 40-pin socket if yours is soldered. Read the Bagman Free Play and High Score Save Kit Installation Guide / Manual (PDF) before setup. Just the FAQ's How many scores are saved?Top 10 high scores. Free Play and coins?Yes — supports both. Change settings?Yes — menu-driven. Reset button?Soft-restart without power cycling. Separate score tables?Yes — 2/3/4/5 lives. Flip Screen?Yes — correct upside-down displays. ROM Saver?Remove original ROMs to reduce power. Attract Mode?Reduces screen burn. Installation Guide? Download PDF Z80 socket?Yes — required. Boot speed?Fast boot. Resources Bagman Free Play and High Score Save Kit — Installation Guide (PDF) HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips HighScoreSaves Facebook Page eBay Store — HighScoreSaves
Details and Benefits
Looking for more technical details before purchasing? The information below outlines the full capabilities and installation requirements of the Bagman Free Play and High Score Save Kit.
The Bagman Free Play and High Score Save Kit is designed for original arcade hardware and addresses common issues found on aging boards, such as lost high scores, reset reliability, and limited configuration options. This upgrade delivers modern stability and convenience while preserving the original gameplay and visual experience.
What This Kit Adds
- Free Play with flexibility — Enable coin-free operation while still supporting traditional coin play
- Reliable score retention — High scores are stored permanently using non-volatile memory
- On-screen control menu — Adjust game options without opening the cabinet
- Monitor-friendly attract behavior — Helps reduce burn-in on CRT displays
- Cabinet compatibility — Supports Upright arcade cabinets
Advanced Features
- Backup and restore — Save and reload high score data as needed
- Separate score tables — Independent high score tables based on configuration settings
- Practice modes — Additional training modes depending on game setup
Important Installation Notes
A socketed Z80 CPU is required. If your board is not already socketed, install a 40-pin socket before using this kit. Always review the installation guide prior to installation to ensure proper setup and reliable operation.
Optional Wi-Fi enabled versions allow scores to be uploaded online and synced to your personal player page in addition to local high score saving on the PCB.