Frogger Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Frogger Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Frogger arcade hardware with our collection of Frogger Free Play and High Score Save Kits. These plug-and-play upgrades add reliable high score saving, Free Play functionality, and an on-screen settings menu while preserving the timeless lane-crossing gameplay.
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Braze Frogger Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Braze Frogger High Score Save Kit — Features & Install 📄 Installation Guide (PDF) Overview Installation is similar to other Braze Technology save kits (replace the CPU with the daughter card). Frogger’s board set may require extra disassembly/reassembly to reach the CPU and spacer rearrangement or replacement to provide additional clearance between boards. See the detailed install guide for step-by-step photos. Installation Summary Power down and discharge the cabinet; remove the board set. Disassemble the stack as needed to access the CPU; adjust or replace spacers for clearance. Carefully remove the CPU from the Frogger CPU board. Insert the CPU into the included daughter card. Plug the daughter card into the vacated CPU socket, reassemble the board set, and restore spacers. Power on and follow the install guide to verify operation. No soldering or special wiring is required. Key Features Installs in minutes: no board modifications, soldering, or special wiring. High Score Save: stores the top 5 scores and 3-letter initials permanently (no batteries). True Free Play: no coins needed; keep the coin door closed. Full attract mode: runs normally while in Free Play. Initials entry: user-friendly on-screen interface. Premium hardware: gold-plated machined header pins; daughter card snaps firmly in place. Power-on diagnostics: automatic self-test every time the game powers up. On-screen settings: adjust options and erase high scores without DIP switches. On-screen test mode: test music, sound effects, sprites, characters, and color maps. FAQ Where can I download the install guide? Frogger Install Guide (PDF) Do I need to solder anything? No. Installation requires no soldering or special wiring. Why do I need extra spacers? The daughter card adds height. Adjusting or replacing spacers ensures proper clearance between stacked boards. How many scores and initials are saved? The kit permanently stores the top 5 scores and 3-letter initials, even after power-off. Can I test audio and video through the kit? Yes. Use the on-screen test mode for sound effects, music, sprites, characters, and color maps. How do I erase the high score table? Open the on-screen settings menu and select the option to clear high scores.
Frogger Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Frogger Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Konami and SEGA/Gremlin Arcade PCBs Upgrade your original Frogger arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, initials entry, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware. Designed specifically for original Konami and SEGA/Gremlin hardware, this plug and play upgrade improves long-term reliability without changing gameplay timing, controls, sound, or the classic arcade experience collectors expect. Original Arcade Hardware • No Emulation • No Gameplay Changes • Designed for Authentic Arcade PCBs View Install Guide Free Play Play without coins while still supporting optional Coin Up operation. High Score Saving Permanently saves the Top 5 scores with initials entry support. Stealth Mode Access the menu by holding Player 1 during power-on. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Upgrade Your Frogger Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Frogger arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Konami and SEGA/Gremlin arcade hardware. Original boards often lose high scores, rely on aging components, or suffer from unstable resets. This upgrade modernizes your PCB while preserving the original gameplay, controls, timing, and arcade feel that made Frogger one of the most recognizable and beloved arcade games ever created. Unlike multigame systems or reproduction boards, this kit keeps your original arcade PCB intact while improving long-term reliability for collectors, operators, and restoration projects. Available Kit Options Build your kit exactly how you want it. Choose between a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit or a Standard Save Kit. Optional processor and socket upgrades are also available to simplify installation on original hardware. Important Installation Notes PCB Compatibility: Works on original Konami or SEGA/Gremlin PCBs with a 36-pin edge connector Socketed Z80 required: Install a 40-pin socket if your Z80 processor is soldered directly to the board Read the Frogger Installation Guide before starting installation Included Features Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required Permanent Score Saving: Uses reliable serial EEPROM instead of batteries or failure-prone NVRAM High Score Save: Saves the Top 5 scores directly on-screen Initial Entry: Enter and permanently save player initials Attract Logo Choice: Switch between manufacturer and HighScoreSaves logos Freeplay Mode: No coins needed while still supporting Coin Up Attract Mode Screen Saver: Helps reduce monitor burn-in Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Change options without pulling the cabinet ROM Saver: Remove original program ROMs to reduce board power usage Cabinet Support: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Backup and Restore: Save and restore highscores anytime Separate Score Tables: Unique high-score tables for 2, 3, or 4 lives Stealth Mode: Access the menu by holding Player 1 while powering on Installation Information Installation Difficulty: Easy Soldering Required: No, if CPU is socketed Processor Requirement: Requires a Z80 processor Socketed CPU Required: Install a 40-pin socket if needed PCB Compatibility: Original Konami and SEGA/Gremlin Frogger PCBs Cabinet Compatibility: Upright and Cocktail supported Installation Guide: Download PDF Installation Guide Optional Wi-Fi Features and Online Leaderboards Learn About Wi-Fi Enabled Kits Upgrade to a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit to upload scores online and compete against players around the world, locally within your arcade, or across your own connected cabinet network. Standard kits save scores locally to the PCB, while Wi-Fi kits add automatic online score syncing through the HighScoreSaves global leaderboard platform. View Global Arcade High Scores Frogger Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ Which game does this kit support? This kit is designed specifically for Frogger arcade PCBs. How many high scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 5 scores with initials support. Does it support Freeplay and Coin Up? Yes. You can enable Freeplay while still keeping Coin Up active. Can I change DIP settings? Yes. All DIP options are menu-driven through the on-screen menu system. What additional features are included? Backup and Restore, separate score tables, initials entry, and Stealth Mode are all included. Does it support Cocktail cabinets? Yes. Works in both Upright and Cocktail cabinets. What is Stealth Mode? Hold Player 1 during power-on to access the hidden menu system. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Download the Frogger Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Frogger Free Play and High Score Save Kit — Installation Guide PDF 2. Setup Tips and Configuration Guide 3. HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips 4. HighScoreSaves Facebook Page 5. HighScoreSaves eBay Store
Details and Benefits
The Frogger Free Play and High Score Save Kit is engineered for original arcade hardware to address common issues like lost high scores, unreliable resets, and limited configuration options. This upgrade provides modern reliability and convenience while preserving the original Frogger gameplay and challenge.
What This Kit Adds
- Free Play support — Enable coin-free operation while still supporting traditional coin play
- Reliable high score saving — Permanent score storage via non-volatile memory
- On-screen control menu — Adjust gameplay options without opening the cabinet
- Monitor-friendly attract behavior — Helps reduce static attract screen burn-in
- Cabinet compatibility — Works with Upright arcade cabinets
Advanced Features
- High score backup and restore — Save and reload score data as needed
- Separate score tables — Independent high score tables based on configuration settings
- Optional Wi-Fi support — Upload and sync high scores online
Important Installation Notes
This kit requires a compatible socketed CPU. Always review the installation guide prior to installation to ensure correct setup and reliable operation.
Optional Wi-Fi enabled versions allow scores to be uploaded online and synced to your personal player page in addition to local high score saving on the PCB.