Gorf Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Original Bally Midway Hardware
Upgrade a compatible original Bally Midway Gorf arcade PCB with Free Play, Top 5 high score saving with initials, serial EEPROM storage, attract sounds, menu-driven DIP settings, ROM Saver support, Hard Romset mode, improved self-test features, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support.
The HighScoreSaves Gorf Kit works with original Bally Midway arcade hardware rather than replacing the game board with an emulation platform, reproduction PCB, or multicade system.
The kit installs through the documented Z80 processor location. No soldering is required when the Z80 is already installed in a compatible 40-pin socket.
HighScoreSaves Gorf Kit
Designed for players, collectors, and operators who want Free Play, permanent score saving, menu-driven settings, attract sound options, language selection, Hard Romset mode, and optional online leaderboard support while keeping original Gorf arcade hardware in service.
- Free Play with traditional Coin-Up operation retained
- Permanent Top 5 high score saving with initials using serial EEPROM storage
- Adjustable attract sounds at 25%, 50%, or 100% attract rotation
- Original manufacturer or HighScoreSaves copyright message selection
- Menu-driven DIP and operator settings
- ROM Saver support with Program/ROM/RAM board removal as directed
- Separate score tables for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives settings
- Backup and restore support for saved high scores
- Reset button support after enabling in the menu
- English or German language selection
- Hard Romset mode for increased Galaxian and bonus-stage difficulty
- Improved self-test with light tests, RAM tests, and board pattern tests
- Upright and cocktail cabinet support
- Optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support
View Gorf Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Before ordering: confirm that your machine contains a documented compatible original Bally Midway Gorf arcade PCB and a socketed Z80 processor location. If the Z80 is soldered directly to the PCB, a qualified arcade technician must install a compatible 40-pin socket before the kit can be used.
ROM Saver note: Gorf installation requires removing the Program/ROM/RAM board while leaving the two graphic RAM boards installed, as directed in the installation guide.
Gorf Kit Details and Benefits
The HighScoreSaves Gorf Free Play and High Score Save Kit adds Free Play, Top 5 high score saving with initials, serial EEPROM storage, attract sounds, menu-driven DIP settings, ROM Saver support, language selection, Hard Romset mode, improved self-test features, upright/cocktail support, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support to documented compatible original Bally Midway arcade hardware.
This daughterboard works with the original Bally Midway Gorf arcade PCB rather than replacing the game board with an emulation platform, reproduction PCB, or multicade system.
Main Gorf Kit Features
- Top 5 score saving: Saves the Top 5 supported high scores permanently with player initials.
- Battery-free storage: Uses reliable serial EEPROM storage with no batteries or NVRAM required.
- Free Play: Start Gorf without inserting coins.
- Traditional Coin-Up operation: Continue accepting quarters or tokens when Free Play is disabled.
- Adjustable attract sounds: Set attract sounds to 25%, 50%, or 100% attract rotation.
- Copyright message selection: Choose original manufacturer branding or HighScoreSaves branding.
- Menu-driven DIP settings: Adjust supported game and operator settings through the on-screen menu.
- ROM Saver: Remove the Program/ROM/RAM board while leaving the two graphic RAM boards installed, as directed in the installation guide.
- Backup and restore: Save and restore supported high scores before or after game-room events.
- Separate score tables: Maintains different score tables for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives settings.
- Reset button support: Restart the game using Player 1 Start and Player 2 Start after enabling the reset option in the menu.
- Language support: Select English or German from the menu.
- Hard Romset mode: Increase Galaxian and bonus-stage difficulty for a greater challenge.
- Improved self-test: Includes light tests, RAM tests, and board pattern tests.
- Upright and cocktail support: Supports documented upright and cocktail cabinet configurations.
- Optional Wi-Fi: Add online leaderboard score submission while keeping local score saving.
Access the HighScoreSaves Gorf Settings Menu
To access the settings menu, hold Player 1 Start while turning the cabinet on. Release the button when the on-screen prompt tells you to continue.
Free Play and Permanent High Scores
Free Play allows Gorf to start without inserting coins while retaining traditional Coin-Up operation as an available setting.
Supported score data is stored using serial EEPROM, so batteries and NVRAM are not required for saved scores. The kit saves the Top 5 supported scores with player initials.
Separate score tables are supported for 2, 3, 4, and 5 lives settings, helping keep score results organized across different gameplay configurations.
ROM Saver, Hard Romset Mode, and Self-Test Features
Gorf ROM Saver support is different from many other kits. The Program/ROM/RAM board is removed during installation while the two graphic RAM boards remain installed, as directed in the installation guide.
Hard Romset mode increases Galaxian and bonus-stage difficulty for players who want a more challenging Gorf setup.
Improved self-test features include light tests, RAM tests, and board pattern tests to help support original hardware maintenance.
Language, Attract, and Operator Settings
The kit supports English or German language selection through the menu. It also supports adjustable attract sounds at 25%, 50%, or 100% attract rotation.
Menu-driven DIP settings allow supported options to be adjusted through the on-screen interface instead of relying only on physical switch changes.
Copyright message selection allows the display to use original manufacturer branding or HighScoreSaves branding.
Installation and PCB Requirements
- Designed for documented compatible original Bally Midway Gorf arcade PCBs.
- Access to the original arcade PCB is required during installation.
- This kit requires a Z80 processor installed in a compatible 40-pin socket.
- No soldering is required when the Z80 location is already socketed.
- If the Z80 processor is soldered directly to the PCB, a qualified arcade technician must install a compatible 40-pin socket.
- For ROM Saver installation, remove the Program/ROM/RAM board while leaving the two graphic RAM boards installed.
- Verify Pin 1 orientation, processor alignment, socket condition, board seating, and all processor pins before restoring cabinet power.
- Review the Gorf installation guide before installation.
Standard and Optional Wi-Fi Versions
The Standard Kit saves supported scores locally to the PCB and does not require an internet connection for gameplay, Free Play, settings-menu operation, language selection, self-test features, or local score saving.
The optional Wi-Fi Enabled Kit includes the same local features and adds online score syncing through the HighScoreSaves global leaderboard platform.
Wi-Fi can be disabled without affecting Gorf gameplay, Free Play, local score saving, score tables, ROM Saver operation, language selection, Hard Romset mode, or menu-driven settings.
Gorf Kit FAQ
Which arcade PCB does the HighScoreSaves Gorf kit support?
The HighScoreSaves Gorf kit is designed for documented compatible original Bally Midway Gorf arcade PCBs.
Which processor is required for the Gorf kit?
The Gorf kit requires a Z80 processor installed in a compatible socketed 40-pin processor location.
How many high scores does the Gorf kit save?
The Gorf kit saves the Top 5 supported high scores with player initials using serial EEPROM storage.
Does the HighScoreSaves Gorf kit support Free Play and Coin-Up operation?
Yes. The kit supports Free Play while retaining traditional Coin-Up operation when Free Play is disabled.
How is the HighScoreSaves Gorf settings menu opened?
Hold Player 1 Start while turning the cabinet on. Release the button when the on-screen prompt tells you to continue.
What is different about Gorf ROM Saver installation?
Gorf ROM Saver installation removes the Program/ROM/RAM board while leaving the two graphic RAM boards installed.
Does the Gorf kit support English and German language selection?
Yes. The Gorf kit supports English or German language selection through the menu.
What is Hard Romset mode on the Gorf kit?
Hard Romset mode increases Galaxian and bonus-stage difficulty for a more challenging gameplay setup.
Is Wi-Fi required for the HighScoreSaves Gorf kit?
No. Standard kits save supported scores locally. Wi-Fi is optional for online leaderboard support.