Donkey Kong 3 Free Play and High Score Save Kits
HighScoreSaves specializes exclusively in Donkey Kong 3 Free Play and High Score Save Kits designed for original arcade hardware. These kits add modern reliability to classic arcade games by enabling free play operation and permanent high score retention—without emulation, gameplay changes, or permanent modification.
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This category serves as the central hub for all supported arcade platforms, including the complete Donkey Kong 3 hardware family, related multigame variants, and compatible derivative systems. Each sub-category below focuses on a specific game or hardware lineage, ensuring correct compatibility with original arcade PCBs.
All kits are engineered to preserve the authentic behavior of original arcade games while eliminating common reliability issues such as score loss, battery failure, and coin-only operation.
Donkey Kong Arcade Hardware Coverage
Donkey Kong | Donkey Kong Jr | Donkey Kong 3 | Donkey Kong Rearranged (3DK Multigame) | Donkey Kong Rearranged (3DKJr Multigame) | Donkey Kong D2K | Donkey Kong Remix | Donkey Kong Jr Remix | Crazy Kong | Crazy Kong Remix
Braze Donkey Kong 3 Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Braze Donkey Kong 3 High Score Save Kit — Features & Install 📄 Installation Guide (PDF) 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 standard DK3 test mode. Easy reset: clear the table in test mode by resetting the bookkeeping distributions. FAQ Where can I download the install guide? Donkey Kong 3 Install Guide (PDF) 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 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 (Braze requires service/test switch). Logo options – Switch between manufacturer logo or HighScoreSaves logo. Freeplay – No more coins or opening the coin door. Coin Up – Still supports coins if desired. Attract sounds – Set at 25%, 50%, or 100%. Attract mode – Minimizes screen burn. Change DIP settings – Fully menu-driven. ROM saver – Optionally remove original program ROMs. Cabinet support – Works in Upright or Cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup & Restore – Save and restore your high scores. Separate score tables: supports 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives. Important Socketed Z80 required: If not socketed, install a 40-pin socket. 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? Top 5 scores are saved. Does it support Freeplay and coin operation? Yes — run Freeplay or keep coin-up active. Can I adjust DIP settings without opening the cabinet? Yes — all settings are on-screen menu driven. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Donkey Kong 3 Installation Guide (PDF) Resources Donkey Kong 3 — Installation Guide (PDF) HighScoreSaves eBay Store HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips HighScoreSaves Facebook Page
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Donkey Kong 3 arcade hardware is based on original Nintendo PCB designs for the 3 series. While part of the broader Donkey Kong hardware family, specific free play and high score save kit layouts differ based on board revision and connector configuration. When choosing a solution, always verify your exact PCB revision and connector layout before install.
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