Frenzy and Berzerk Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Original Stern Hardware
Upgrade documented compatible original Stern Berzerk and Frenzy arcade hardware with Berzerk and Frenzy multigame support, Free Play, Top 5 score and initials saving, serial EEPROM storage, menu-driven settings, ROM Saver support, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support.
The HighScoreSaves Berzerk and Frenzy Multigame Kit continues to use the original Stern arcade PCB, processor, controls, video hardware, sound hardware, game timing, and authentic gameplay. It does not replace the original board with an emulation platform, reproduction PCB, or multicade system.
Games included: Berzerk and Frenzy.
The kit installs through the documented 40-pin Z80 processor location. The original Z80 is transferred to the daughterboard unless a compatible processor option is selected, and the Z80 location must have a compatible 40-pin socket.
HighScoreSaves Frenzy and Berzerk Multigame Kit
Designed for players, collectors, and operators who want Frenzy and Berzerk gameplay on original Stern hardware with Free Play, permanent score saving, practice features, menu-driven settings, and optional online leaderboard support.
- Berzerk and Frenzy support on documented compatible original Stern hardware
- Free Play with supported traditional coin operation retained
- Top 5 score and initials saving using battery-free serial EEPROM storage
- Separate score tables based on documented lives and bonus settings
- Menu-driven settings for supported game, score, attract-sound, and operator options
- Attract sound settings at supported 25%, 50%, or 100% frequency
- Software reset, Fast Boot, score reset, backup, and restore options
- God Mode practice feature with score saving disabled
- ROM Saver support for optional original program ROM removal
- Optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support
View Berzerk and Frenzy Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit
View Berzerk and Frenzy Multigame Installation Guide
Before ordering: confirm that your machine contains a documented compatible original Stern Berzerk or Frenzy arcade PCB and a compatible 40-pin Z80 socket. If the Z80 is soldered directly to the PCB, a qualified arcade technician must install a compatible socket before the kit can be used.
Frenzy and Berzerk Multigame Kit Details and Benefits
The HighScoreSaves Berzerk and Frenzy Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit adds Berzerk and Frenzy multigame support, Free Play, Top 5 score and initials saving, serial EEPROM storage, menu-driven settings, ROM Saver support, practice features, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support to documented compatible original Stern arcade hardware.
This daughterboard works with original Stern Berzerk and Frenzy arcade PCBs rather than replacing the game board with an emulation platform, reproduction PCB, or multicade system.
Games Included
- Berzerk
- Frenzy
Main Frenzy and Berzerk Multigame Features
- Two-game multigame support: Play Berzerk and Frenzy on documented compatible original Stern hardware.
- Top 5 score saving: Stores the Top 5 scores and player initials in battery-free serial EEPROM.
- Free Play: Start supported games without inserting coins.
- Traditional coin operation: Continue using supported traditional coin operation when Free Play is disabled.
- Separate score tables: Supports multiple score tables based on documented lives and bonus settings.
- Menu-driven settings: Configure supported game, score, attract-sound, and operator settings through the on-screen menu.
- Attract sounds: Select supported 25%, 50%, or 100% frequency settings.
- Score backup and restore: Back up and restore saved score data through the kit menu.
- Score reset: Clear supported high score tables from the menu.
- Software reset: Restart the kit without switching off cabinet power.
- Fast Boot: Provides quick kit startup and game loading.
- God Mode: Practice with score saving disabled.
- ROM Saver: Allows supported original program ROMs to be removed as directed by the installation guide.
- Copyright display: Select supported Stern or HighScoreSaves branding.
- High Scores button: Quickly display supported saved score tables.
- Optional Wi-Fi: Submit qualifying scores through a supported 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connection.
Access the Berzerk and Frenzy Menu
During attract mode, hold Player 1 Start for approximately four seconds to open the supported game-selection and settings menu.
Free Play and Permanent High Scores
Free Play allows supported Berzerk and Frenzy gameplay without inserting coins while retaining supported traditional coin operation as an available setting.
The kit stores the Top 5 scores and player initials in supported score tables using battery-free serial EEPROM storage.
Separate score tables are supported based on documented lives and bonus settings, helping keep score results organized across different gameplay configurations.
Practice Features, Reset Options, and Operator Settings
Supported operator settings can be adjusted through the on-screen menu, including score options, attract-sound settings, copyright display, and other supported game behavior.
God Mode provides a practice option with score saving disabled. Software reset allows the kit to restart without switching cabinet power off.
Score backup, restore, and reset options are included for supported score tables.
Installation and PCB Requirements
- Designed for documented compatible original Stern Berzerk and Frenzy arcade PCBs.
- Access to the original arcade PCB is required during installation.
- The kit installs at the documented 40-pin Z80 processor location.
- The original Z80 is removed from the PCB and installed on the HighScoreSaves daughterboard unless a compatible processor option is selected.
- No soldering is required when the Z80 location already has a compatible 40-pin socket.
- If the Z80 is soldered directly to the PCB, a qualified arcade technician must install a compatible 40-pin socket.
- Original program ROMs identified in the installation guide may be removed and stored safely when using ROM Saver features.
- Verify Pin 1 orientation, processor alignment, socket condition, and all processor pins before restoring cabinet power.
Standard and Optional Wi-Fi Versions
The Standard Kit saves supported scores and settings locally and does not require an internet connection for Berzerk or Frenzy gameplay, Free Play, menu operation, or local score saving.
The optional Wi-Fi Enabled Kit includes the same local features and can submit qualifying scores to the HighScoreSaves global leaderboard after player initials are entered.
Wi-Fi kits require a supported 2.4 GHz wireless network. Scores and settings remain stored locally when Wi-Fi is disabled or unavailable.
Frenzy and Berzerk Multigame Kit FAQ
Which games are included with the HighScoreSaves Frenzy and Berzerk Multigame kit?
The HighScoreSaves Frenzy and Berzerk Multigame kit includes Berzerk and Frenzy for documented compatible original Stern arcade hardware.
How many high scores does the Berzerk and Frenzy kit save?
The kit stores the Top 5 scores and player initials in supported score tables using battery-free serial EEPROM storage.
Does the HighScoreSaves Frenzy and Berzerk kit support Free Play and coin operation?
Yes. Free Play and supported traditional coin operation are available.
How do I open the Berzerk and Frenzy multigame menu?
During attract mode, hold Player 1 Start for approximately four seconds to open the supported game-selection and settings menu.
Which processor is required for the Berzerk and Frenzy kit?
The kit installs at the documented 40-pin Z80 processor location, and the Z80 location must have a compatible 40-pin socket.
Does the Berzerk and Frenzy kit installation require soldering?
Not when the Z80 location already has a compatible 40-pin socket. If the Z80 is soldered directly to the PCB, a qualified arcade technician must install a compatible socket.
What is God Mode on the HighScoreSaves Frenzy and Berzerk kit?
God Mode is a practice feature that disables score saving while active.
Does the Wi-Fi version still save Berzerk and Frenzy scores locally?
Yes. Supported scores and settings remain stored locally even when Wi-Fi is disabled or unavailable.
Is Wi-Fi required for the HighScoreSaves Frenzy and Berzerk kit?
No. Standard kits save supported scores locally. Wi-Fi is optional for online leaderboard support.