Donkey Kong 3 Free Play and High Score Save Kits
Upgrade your original Donkey Kong 3 cabinet with a plug-and-play Free Play and High Score Save Kit. Choose a Wi-Fi Enabled kit to upload scores to your personal online page (that we provide), or a Standard kit for local score saving—both preserve authentic gameplay while adding modern features.
Learn about Wi-Fi vs Standard kits, browse install guides and explore online scoreboards at ArcadeHighScores.com.
Braze Donkey Kong 3 Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Braze Donkey Kong 3 High Score Save Kit — Features & Install Overview A simple-to-install high score save kit for Donkey Kong 3 that permanently remembers the top 5 scores and initials, and also saves your current Free Play setting. No batteries are required. Installs in minutes—no special wiring or soldering. Installation Summary Power down the cabinet and access the CPU board. Carefully remove the Z80 CPU from the Donkey Kong 3 CPU board. Insert the Z80 into the included daughter card. Plug the daughter card into the vacated Z80 socket on the CPU board. Power on and follow the install guide to verify operation. Key Features Installs in minutes: no board modifications or special wiring. Top 5 High Score Save: remembers scores and initials permanently (no batteries). Free Play saved: preserves your Free Play setting; toggle via the standard DK3 test mode. Easy reset: clear the table in test mode by resetting the bookkeeping distributions. Just the FAQ's Where can I download the install guide? Do I need to solder anything? No. Installation requires no soldering or special wiring. How do I reset the high scores? Enter Donkey Kong 3 test mode and clear the “bookkeeping distributions” to restore the default table. Is Free Play saved? Yes. The kit saves your current Free Play setting; toggle it in the standard DK3 test mode. Which CPU does this kit use? The kit interfaces with the Z80 CPU—remove the existing Z80, place it in the daughter card, then plug the card into the Z80 socket.
Donkey Kong 3 Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Donkey Kong 3 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. No Service Switch needed – On-screen menu; no Service/Test switch required (Braze kit does). Logo options – Switch between manufacturer logo or HighScoreSaves logo on the attract screen. 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 before/after game-room parties. Separate score tables – Different high-score tables for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives. Important Ensure your Z80 is socketed; otherwise install a 40-pin socket for the kit to work. Read the Donkey Kong 3 Installation Guide (PDF) before setup. Just the FAQ's Which game does this kit support? This kit is specifically for Donkey Kong 3. How many scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 5 high scores for Donkey Kong 3. Does it support Freeplay and coin operation? Yes. You can enable Freeplay or keep coin-up active. Can I adjust DIP settings without opening the cabinet? Yes. All options are menu-driven and accessible on-screen. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Download it here: Donkey Kong 3 Installation Guide (PDF).