Donkey Kong Jr Free Play and High Score Save Kits
Upgrade your original Donkey Kong Junior 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.
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Braze Donkey Kong Jr Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Braze Donkey Kong Jr. High Score Save Kit — Features & Install 📄 Installation Guide (PDF) Overview A simple-to-install high score save kit for Donkey Kong Jr. that permanently remembers the top 5 scores and initials. Includes deluxe Free Play with full attract mode, selectable attract-mode sound, power-on self-test, and an on-screen settings menu for easy configuration. Installs in minutes with no special wiring or soldering for most cabinets. *Note: Some 4-boardset style DK boards have the Z80 CPU soldered in. Inspect your CPU board before installation. Installation Summary Power down the cabinet and access the CPU board. Carefully remove the Z80 CPU from the DK Jr. CPU board.* Insert the Z80 CPU into the included daughter card. Plug the daughter card into the vacated Z80 CPU socket. Power on and follow the install guide to verify operation. *If your Z80 is soldered in (common on some 4-boardset units), desoldering or another method may be required. Key Features Installs in minutes — no board modifications or special wiring for most cabinets. Top 5 High Score Save — permanently remembers scores + initials (no batteries required). True Free Play — full attract mode even while in Free Play. Selectable attract-mode sound — enable or disable through settings. Power-on diagnostics — automatic POST each time the cabinet boots. On-screen settings menu — adjust options and erase high scores without opening the cabinet. FAQ Where can I download the install guide? Donkey Kong Jr. Install Guide (PDF) Do I need to solder anything? Most installations require no soldering. Some 4-boardset DK boards have the Z80 soldered in—check your CPU board first. How do I reset the high scores? Use the on-screen settings menu to erase the high score table and restore defaults. Can I toggle attract-mode sound and Free Play? Yes. Both features are adjustable through the settings menu. Which CPU does this kit use? The kit interfaces with the Z80 CPU—remove the Z80, place it in the daughter card, then insert the card into the Z80 socket.
Donkey Kong Junior Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Donkey Kong Junior 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. 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 – Hear what you’ve been missing! Set at 25%, 50%, or 100%. Attract mode – Minimizes screen burn. Change DIP settings – Menu-driven; no switches to flip. ROM saver – Optionally remove original program ROMs. Cabinet support – Works in Upright or Cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup & Restore: Save and restore high scores. Separate score tables: 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives. Choose your level: Start on Vines, Chains, Mario’s Hideout, or Jump Pad. Game menu: Easy in-game UI. ROM revision choice: US or Japan sets. Practice Mode: Start at selected levels (L=05 or L=09). Slow Down Mode: Press Start to slow to half-speed (Practice only). Switchable Initial Hack: Choose 12 initials or classic 3. Important Socketed Z80 required: Install a 40-pin socket if your CPU is not socketed. Just the FAQ's Which games are included? This kit supports Donkey Kong Jr with selectable US and Japan ROM sets. How many scores are saved? Top 5 scores are saved. Does it support Freeplay and coin operation? Yes — use Freeplay or keep Coin-Up active. Can I practice specific levels? Yes — Practice Mode lets you start on Vines, Chains, Mario’s Hideout, or Jump Pad. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Donkey Kong Jr Installation Guide (PDF) Resources Donkey Kong Jr — Installation Guide (PDF) HighScoreSaves eBay Store HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips HighScoreSaves Facebook Page
Donkey Kong Junior Remix Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit with Trainer
Donkey Kong Junior Remix Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit with Trainer This plug-and-play Donkey Kong Junior Multigame Remix kit adds new versions of Donkey Kong Jr. to your arcade cabinet. It includes high score save, free play, and trainer modes. Compatible with U.S., Japanese, and most bootleg board sets, as well as the NEC D780C processor. Game List Donkey Kong Junior Donkey Kong Junior Remix Main Features Seven new stages + four new bonus stages alongside the originals. Later stages feature additional variations for more challenge. New attack items: Umbrellas, Pies, and Light Bulbs. New Snapjaw variations with different abilities. Special kill screen appears at level 22. Level indicator displays levels above 9 correctly. Classic mode: Play original DK Jr. stages with the Remix engine—bug fixes included (control lag, springboard issues, etc.). Additional Features (Trainer Mode) Start game at level 4. Restart or skip stages at the push of a button. Adjust game speed between 0%–100% in 10% increments. Built-in pace calculator with per-screen point tallies. Displays jump and fruit points earned each stage. Switch between Junior, Remix, and Trainer by holding the Jump button during attract mode. Choose default boot game: Junior, Remix, or Trainer. Score saving options: all scores, 1st only, or none. Free-play option available. Separate DIP switch settings for DK Junior and Remix. Compatible with U.S., Japanese, and most bootleg DK Jr. PCBs. Runs original PCB Donkey Kong Junior ROMs when selected. Just the FAQ's Which PCBs are supported? Works with U.S., Japanese, and most bootleg DK Jr. PCBs, including those with the NEC D780C processor. Does it save high scores? Yes. You can choose to save all scores, only 1st place, or none at all. Is there a Free-Play mode? Yes, the kit supports Free-Play. Coin play is still available. What new content is added? Seven new stages, four bonus stages, new Snapjaws, new attack items, and a level 22 kill screen. What does the Trainer mode do? Trainer mode lets you restart or skip stages, adjust speed, view pace data, and analyze scoring in real time. Can I switch between modes easily? Yes. Hold the Jump button during attract mode to toggle between DK Jr., Remix, and Trainer. Is the original Donkey Kong Junior still playable? Yes. Classic DK Jr. can be played via the Remix engine or directly from your original PCB ROMs. Do I need a socketed CPU? Yes. Ensure the Z80 is socketed. If not, install a 40-pin socket before using the kit.
Donkey Kong Rearranged Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Donkey Kong Rearranged Multigame 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. In the drop-down selections above, choose which PCB to install the kit on (kits differ by selection), add the 4-game Remix Collection, and enable Wi-Fi to upload your scores to your personal webpage. Donkey Kong Multigame Install Guides 3DK Install Guide (on a Donkey Kong PCB) 3DKJr Install Guide (on a Donkey Kong Jr. PCB) This is the newest Donkey Kong kit on the scene: high-score saves, Free Play, and attract sounds—designed for the 21st century. This is NOT Double Donkey Kong. Install on a Donkey Kong or Donkey Kong Jr. board set (selected in the drop-downs) and play Donkey Kong, Donkey Kong Jr., Donkey Kong 3, D2K: Jumpman Returns plus the Rearranged Edition and unlockable editions on your PCB. Adding the Remix Collection gives you four more game versions. No special wiring or switches required. Enter the Modern Menu by holding P1 for 4 seconds to access the Game Select Menu instantly. Game List Donkey Kong Pauline Donkey Kong Donkey Kong Junior Donkey Kong 3 D2K: Jumpman Returns Pauline D2K: Jumpman Returns Donkey Kong (Japan ROMs) Donkey Kong Jr. (Japan ROMs) Practice Levels Rearranged Edition – an intertwined game-level lineup Optional Remix Collection Donkey Kong Remix Donkey Kong Jr. Remix Donkey Kong Christmas Remix Donkey Kong Spooky Remix Unlockable Levels Drunken Master Edition – 2× points & reversed controls Black Hammer Edition Wild Barrel Edition Miner 2049er Edition Builders Edition FHMC Edition – Faster, Harder, More Challenging Rearranged lineup Personal Edition – Build your own Rearranged version Main Features No soldering required – plug in and go. Modern Menu – sleek game select system. High Score Save – Top 5 per game. Extended scoring – supports 1M+ across all games. Free Play + Coin Up Attract sounds – 25%, 50%, 100%. DIP settings in menu Screen saver ROM Saver Practice Mode Sound Expansion Module Kill-screen toggle Important Socketed Z80 required DK or DKJr boards only (no DK3 support) 2-board stack only (no 4-board) Read the correct installation guide based on your PCB Just the FAQ's Do I need to send in my PCB? No—install yourself in ~15 minutes. Does the 3DK Multigame kit sound correct? Yes—multiple audio profiles. Does this run on DK and DKJr PCBs? Yes—select the correct board in the product options. Will it work on a 4-board DK stack? No—2-board stack only. Where can I download the Installation Guide? 3DK Install Guide (DK) 3DKJr Install Guide (DKJr) Resources 3DK Install Guide (Donkey Kong) — PDF 3DKJr Install Guide (Donkey Kong Jr.) — PDF HighScoreSaves eBay Store HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel HighScoreSaves Facebook Page