Cosmic Avenger Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Original Universal Hardware
Upgrade a documented compatible original Universal Cosmic Avenger arcade PCB with Free Play, Top 7 high score saving, serial EEPROM storage, 100% attract sounds, eight separate score tables, menu-driven settings, ROM Saver support, Stealth Mode, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support.
The HighScoreSaves Cosmic Avenger Kit operates with original Universal arcade hardware rather than replacing the game board with an emulation platform, reproduction PCB, or multicade system. Cosmic Avenger remains the only selectable game.
HighScoreSaves Cosmic Avenger Standard Kit
A focused upgrade for original Cosmic Avenger gameplay with Free Play, permanent score saving, attract sound support, ROM Saver features, and modern operator settings.
- Cosmic Avenger support on compatible original Universal arcade hardware
- Stores the Top 7 high scores
- Reliable serial EEPROM storage with no batteries required
- Free Play with traditional Coin-Up operation available
- Attract sounds play during 100% of attract rotations
- Eight separate score tables based on lives and difficulty settings
- Menu-driven DIP and operator settings through the settings menu
- ROM Saver support for optional original program ROM removal
- Backup and restore support for saved scores
- Stealth Mode for a stock-style boot appearance
- Documented upright and cocktail cabinet support
- Optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support
Verify PCB Compatibility Before Ordering
- The kit is designed for documented compatible original Universal Cosmic Avenger arcade PCBs.
- Access to the original arcade PCB is required during installation.
- A Z80 processor is required.
- No soldering is required when the processor location already has a compatible 40-pin socket.
- A qualified arcade technician must install a compatible 40-pin socket if the processor is not already socketed.
- Remove only the original program ROMs identified in the Cosmic Avenger installation guide when using ROM Saver features.
- Verify Pin 1 orientation, processor alignment, socket condition, and all pins before restoring cabinet power.
Cosmic Avenger Kit Details and Benefits
The HighScoreSaves Cosmic Avenger Free Play and High Score Save Kit adds Free Play, Top 7 high score saving, serial EEPROM storage, 100% attract sounds, eight separate score tables, menu-driven settings, ROM Saver support, Stealth Mode, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support to a documented compatible original Universal Cosmic Avenger arcade PCB.
The daughterboard works with the original arcade hardware rather than replacing the game board with an emulation platform, reproduction PCB, or multicade system. Cosmic Avenger remains the only selectable game.
Main Cosmic Avenger Kit Features
- Top 7 score saving: Stores the seven highest supported scores.
- Battery-free storage: Uses reliable serial EEPROM storage with no batteries required.
- Free Play: Start Cosmic Avenger without inserting coins.
- Traditional Coin-Up operation: Continue accepting quarters or tokens when Free Play is disabled.
- Attract sounds: Plays supported attract audio during 100% of attract rotations.
- Eight separate score tables: Maintains supported score tables based on lives and difficulty settings.
- On-screen DIP settings: Configure supported settings directly through the settings menu.
- ROM Saver: Original program ROMs may be removed when using supported ROM Saver features.
- Score backup and restore: Save and restore supported scores for parties, events, or tournaments.
- Stealth Mode: Boot with a stock-style appearance while preserving save kit features.
- Upright and cocktail support: Compatible with documented cabinet configurations.
- Optional Wi-Fi: Add online leaderboard score submission while keeping local score saving.
Access the HighScoreSaves Cosmic Avenger Settings Menu
To access the settings menu, hold Player 1 Start while turning the cabinet on. Release the button when the on-screen prompt tells you to continue.
Free Play and Permanent High Scores
Free Play allows Cosmic Avenger to start without inserting coins while retaining normal Coin-Up operation as an available setting. The kit stores the Top 7 supported high scores locally.
Supported score data is stored using serial EEPROM, so batteries are not required for saved scores. Backup and restore functions are included for supported score data.
Cosmic Avenger also supports eight separate score tables based on lives and difficulty settings. This keeps supported score results organized across different gameplay configurations.
Attract Sounds, Stealth Mode, and Operator Settings
Supported attract sounds play during 100% of attract rotations, giving the cabinet a more active presentation during idle periods.
On-screen DIP settings allow supported options to be adjusted through the settings menu instead of relying only on physical switch changes.
Stealth Mode allows the cabinet to boot with a stock-style appearance while preserving the Free Play, high score saving, and save kit features.
Installation and PCB Requirements
- Designed for documented compatible original Universal Cosmic Avenger arcade PCBs.
- Access to the original arcade PCB is required during installation.
- A Z80 processor is required.
- No soldering is required when the processor location already has a compatible 40-pin socket.
- If the processor is not already socketed, a qualified arcade technician must install a compatible 40-pin socket.
- Remove only the designated original program ROMs identified in the Cosmic Avenger installation guide when using ROM Saver features.
- Verify Pin 1 orientation, processor alignment, socket condition, and every processor pin before restoring cabinet power.
Standard and Optional Wi-Fi Versions
The Standard Kit saves supported scores locally to the PCB and does not require an internet connection for gameplay, Free Play, settings-menu operation, or local score saving.
The optional Wi-Fi Enabled Kit includes the same local features and adds online score syncing through the HighScoreSaves global leaderboard platform.
Wi-Fi can be disabled without affecting Cosmic Avenger gameplay, Free Play, attract sounds, local score saving, Stealth Mode, or settings-menu operation.
Cosmic Avenger Kit FAQ
How many high scores does the Cosmic Avenger kit save?The kit stores the Top 7 supported high scores.
Does the Cosmic Avenger kit support Free Play?Yes. The kit supports Free Play while retaining traditional Coin-Up operation.
Are there separate score tables?Yes. The kit supports eight separate score tables based on lives and difficulty settings.
Do attract sounds play during attract mode?Yes. Supported attract sounds play during 100% of attract rotations.
How is the HighScoreSaves settings menu opened?Hold Player 1 Start while turning the cabinet on. Release the button when the on-screen prompt tells you to continue.
What is Stealth Mode?Stealth Mode boots with a stock-style appearance while preserving the save kit features.
Which processor is required?A Z80 processor is required and must be installed in a compatible socketed location.
Does installation require soldering?Not when the processor location already has a compatible 40-pin socket. A qualified arcade technician must install a socket if the processor is not already socketed.
Is Wi-Fi required?No. Standard kits save supported scores locally. Wi-Fi is optional for online leaderboard support.