Donkey Kong D2K Free Play and High Score Save Kit
D2K Donkey Kong Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Braze D2K Free Play and High Score Save Kit — Features & Install 📄 Installation Guide (PDF) Overview A simple-to-install multigame high score save kit that permanently remembers the top 5 scores and initials for both Donkey Kong and Donkey Kong II – D2K Jumpman Returns. Includes deluxe Free Play, attract-mode sound, power-up self-test, and an on-screen settings menu. Installs in minutes and works on both 2-board and 4-board stacks. Ships with the latest 1.2a software. Main Features Switch between games: hold both player start buttons for ~5 seconds, then press Jump (Free Play mode only). Installs in minutes — no board modifications or special wiring required. Permanently saves the top 5 scores and initials for both games, even after power off. True Free Play — no coins required, no coin door access needed. Full attract mode while in Free Play. Selectable attract-mode sound. Power-up diagnostics automatically test your board each time the game powers up. On-screen settings menu for changing options or erasing scores. Note: This kit does not include the ladder cheat. Game List Donkey Kong Donkey Kong II — D2K Jumpman Returns Important Installation Notes Remove the Z80 chip from your DK CPU board, insert it into the daughter card, and plug the daughter card into the vacated Z80 socket. Ensure your Z80 is socketed. If it is soldered in, a socket must be installed. Read the Installation Guide before setup. FAQ How do I switch between Donkey Kong and Donkey Kong II? Hold both player start buttons for ~5 seconds, then press Jump. (Free Play mode only.) Are high scores and initials saved permanently? Yes, the top 5 scores and initials for both games are saved even after power off. Does this kit include the ladder cheat? No. This kit does not include the ladder cheat. What boards does this kit support? It works on both 2-board and 4-board Donkey Kong stacks. Where can I download the Installation Guide? D2K Installation Guide (PDF)
D2K Donkey Kong Multigame Instruction Magnet
D2K Donkey Kong Multigame Instruction Magnet This magnet applies and removes easily. It adheres to any ferrous metal (steel control panels, coin doors, etc.). For non-metal surfaces, use double-sided mounting tape (not included). Specifications Size: 3″ (L) × 2″ (W) Finish: Soft-laminated top Back: Strong magnetic backing
Donkey Kong | D2K | Pauline Edition Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Donkey Kong | D2K | Pauline Edition DK 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. Main 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. Initial entry – Choose 3 or 12 characters for high-score initials. Logo options – Switch between manufacturer logo or HighScoreSaves logo on the attract screen. Extended scoring – Save scores over 1,000,000 points. 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 for before/after game-room parties. Separate score tables – Different high-score tables for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives. Game menu – Easy-select in-game menu. ROM revision choice – Select US or Japan revisions. Practice Mode – Start at Level 4 (Girder, Elevator, Rivet, Pie Factory stages). Slow Down (Practice Mode) – Press a Start button to slow gameplay to half speed (Practice Mode only). Wild Barrel hack – All barrels thrown are Type 2. Color Barrel hack – Learn how to control barrel behavior. No Kill-Screen hack – Keep playing indefinitely. Important Installation Notes Socketed Z80 required: If your Z80 isn’t socketed, install a 40-pin socket. Read the Donkey Kong | D2K | Pauline Edition DK Installation Guide (PDF) before installing. Not compatible with DK Remix: You cannot “stack” the DK Remix kit with this HSS/Free Play kit. 2- or 4-board PCB stack only: Installs on a 2- or 4-PCB stack. Pauline graphics requirement: This kit requires 5 EPROMs to be changed on the video PCB for Pauline to work properly. You must download and burn these ROMs yourself: available here (add to cart; $5). Note: Requires a socketed Z80 and a 2- or 4-board PCB stack. Pauline graphics require 5 EPROM changes. DK Remix is not compatible. Games List Donkey Kong D2K Pauline Edition Donkey Kong Wild Barrel Edition Donkey Kong Color Barrel Donkey Kong FAQ How many scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 5 high scores (supports extended scoring over 1,000,000). Does it support Freeplay and coin operation? Yes. You can enable Freeplay or keep Coin Up enabled for tokens/quarters. Is this compatible with the DK Remix kit? No. The DK Remix kit cannot be stacked with this High Score Save/Free Play kit. Which PCB stacks are supported? This kit installs on 2- or 4-board PCB stacks only. What do I need for the Pauline graphics? The Pauline edition requires 5 EPROMs on the video PCB to be changed. Download the ROMs here (add to cart; $5) and burn them yourself. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Download it here: Donkey Kong | D2K | Pauline Edition DK Installation Guide (PDF). Resources Donkey Kong | D2K | Pauline Edition DK — Installation Guide (PDF) HighScoreSaves on eBay — Arcade Kits & Parts HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips HighScoreSaves Facebook Page