Donkey Kong D2K High Score Save Kit Compatibility and Comparison
Compare three Donkey Kong D2K high score save kit and multigame options for compatible original Nintendo arcade hardware. Choices range from the focused Braze D2K: Jumpman Returns upgrade to a HighScoreSaves Donkey Kong, D2K and Pauline Edition kit and the larger Donkey Kong Rearranged 3DK / 3DKJr multigame system.
Choosing the Correct Donkey Kong D2K Upgrade
This category includes three different ways to add D2K content to compatible original Nintendo arcade hardware. The correct Donkey Kong D2K high score save kit depends on whether you want a focused two-game Braze upgrade, a HighScoreSaves Donkey Kong / D2K / Pauline configuration, or the much larger Donkey Kong Rearranged multigame system.
These products should not be selected only by the fact that they include D2K: Jumpman Returns. Their supported PCB stacks, processors, socket requirements, additional game content, and installation procedures differ substantially.
Compare the Three Donkey Kong D2K Kit Options
Use this comparison to determine which product best matches the original arcade PCB and the amount of additional Donkey Kong content you want. Individual product pages contain complete features, versions, pricing, included components, and ordering options.
| Kit | Best Fit | Hardware & Installation |
|---|---|---|
| Braze D2K: Jumpman Returns | Focused two-game upgrade with original Donkey Kong and D2K: Jumpman Returns | Supports documented compatible original Nintendo Donkey Kong two-board and four-board PCB stacks; reuses the original compatible Z80 through the 40-pin CPU socket |
| Donkey Kong | D2K | Pauline Edition | Donkey Kong, D2K: Jumpman Returns and Pauline Edition with additional HighScoreSaves settings, practice options and optional Wi-Fi | Supports documented compatible Nintendo Donkey Kong two-board and four-board PCB stacks; uses the Z80 location and requires five matching graphics EPROM changes for the complete Pauline presentation |
| Donkey Kong Rearranged 3DK / 3DKJr | Broad Donkey Kong-family multigame system that includes D2K, Pauline D2K, Donkey Kong, Donkey Kong Jr., Donkey Kong 3, Rearranged and additional content | 3DK installs on compatible original Donkey Kong two-board hardware; 3DKJr installs on compatible Donkey Kong Jr. two-board hardware. Four-board Donkey Kong hardware is not supported |
Donkey Kong PCB Compatibility by D2K Kit
Important Installation Differences
Donkey Kong D2K Pre-Order Compatibility Checklist
After Choosing the Correct D2K Kit
Once the original Nintendo PCB, board-stack configuration, processor locations, sockets, and desired game collection have been confirmed, use the matching product page for its complete features, versions, included components, current pricing, options, and ordering information.
This category is intended primarily to compare Donkey Kong D2K high score save kit compatibility and help customers choose among the three available D2K upgrade paths before ordering.
Donkey Kong D2K Kit Compatibility FAQ
How many D2K kit options are in this category?
Three products are listed: Braze D2K: Jumpman Returns, HighScoreSaves Donkey Kong | D2K | Pauline Edition, and Donkey Kong Rearranged 3DK / 3DKJr.
Which D2K kit is the simplest two-game option?
The Braze D2K kit is the focused option containing original Donkey Kong and D2K: Jumpman Returns on documented compatible original Nintendo Donkey Kong hardware.
Which D2K kit also includes Pauline Edition?
The HighScoreSaves Donkey Kong | D2K | Pauline Edition kit provides all three main selections. The complete Pauline graphics presentation requires five matching graphics EPROM changes on the video PCB.
Which option includes the largest game collection?
Donkey Kong Rearranged 3DK / 3DKJr is the broadest multigame product. D2K and Pauline D2K are included alongside Donkey Kong, Donkey Kong Jr., Donkey Kong 3, Rearranged, practice content, and additional supported modes.
Can I use Rearranged 3DK on a four-board Donkey Kong PCB?
No. Rearranged 3DK requires documented compatible original Nintendo Donkey Kong two-board hardware. Braze D2K and Donkey Kong | D2K | Pauline are the D2K options in this category that support documented compatible four-board Donkey Kong hardware.