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Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kits

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Upgrade Your Bomb Jack Arcade Experience

Bring modern convenience to your original Bomb Jack arcade hardware with our collection of Bomb Jack 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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Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit Upgrade your original Bomb Jack arcade PCB with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit created specifically for authentic arcade hardware. This plug-and-play upgrade preserves the original Tehkan gameplay experience while adding modern convenience features including attract sounds, score saving, menu-driven configuration, Free Play support, and additional gameplay enhancements. Build your kit exactly how you want it by selecting either a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit or a Standard Save Kit. Optional processor and 40-pin socket upgrades are also available for easier installation. Learn More About This Kit Browse installation information, setup tips, and detailed guides for your Bomb Jack upgrade kit. Installation Guide (PDF) Tips and Tricks Main Features Easy install: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring. High Score Save: Saves the Top 10 scores directly on screen. Real attract sounds: Includes authentic gameplay sound effects. Attract sound options: Adjustable attract sound frequency. Free Play and Coin-Up: Supports both gameplay styles. Menu-driven settings: Configure options directly from the cabinet. ROM Saver: Optionally remove original ROMs to reduce power usage. Cabinet compatibility: Supports Upright and Cocktail cabinets. No emulation: Designed for authentic original arcade hardware. Additional Features Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores anytime. Fast boot and Self-Test: Quickly verify hardware operation. Screen burn reduction: Improved attract mode behavior. Important Installation Notes Socketed Z80 required: If your Z80 CPU is soldered directly to the PCB, a 40-pin socket must be installed. Always review the installation guide before beginning setup. Frequently Asked Questions How many scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 10 scores directly on screen. Does it support Free Play and coin operation? Yes. You can run the game in either Free Play or traditional coin-up mode. What are real attract sounds? Attract mode can include authentic gameplay sound effects for a more arcade-accurate experience. Can I change settings without opening the cabinet? Yes. Most options are configured through the on-screen menu system. Do I need a socketed CPU? Yes. A socketed Z80 CPU is required for installation. Optional Wi-Fi Features Optional Wi-Fi enabled kits allow your arcade cabinet to securely upload scores online and compete against players around the world. Compare scores globally, by country, or even within your own game room leaderboard. Before adding this kit to your cart, simply choose “Yes” or “No” from the “Make this WiFi Enabled to upload your scores?” dropdown option. View Bomb Jack High Scores All Global High Scores Resources Bomb Jack Installation Guide / Manual (PDF) HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel HighScoreSaves Facebook Page

Regular price: From $66.00

Details and Benefits

Looking for more technical details before purchasing? The information below outlines the full capabilities and installation requirements of the Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit.

The Bomb Jack Free Play and High Score Save Kit is designed for original arcade hardware and addresses common issues on aging boards, such as lost high scores, reset reliability, and limited configuration options. This upgrade delivers modern stability and quality-of-life features while preserving the original gameplay 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 options for training and testing

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.