Gravitar Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Gravitar Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Gravitar arcade hardware with our collection of Gravitar 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 classic gravity-based vector shooter gameplay.
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Gravitar Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Gravitar 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 required. Save your scores forever – Uses reliable serial EEPROM, not batteries or NVRAM. High Score Save – Stores the Top 10 scores. Attract Sounds – Choose 25%, 50%, or 100% rotation. Freeplay – Play without coins. Coin Up – Still supports quarters/tokens. Attract Mode – Helps prevent monitor burn-in. Copyright Message – Choose original manufacturer or HighScoreSaves. On-Screen DIP Settings – Adjust dip switch settings without opening the cabinet. ROM Saver – Program ROMs stored on the kit, originals removable. Cabinet Support – Compatible with Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup and Restore – Save and load high scores (perfect for parties). Reset Button – Restart without powering off (enable in menu). Separate Score Tables – Supports multiple lives settings (2–5 lives). Fast Boot – Shorter startup time. Stealth Mode – Boots straight to gameplay. Important Notes Ensure your 6502 is socketed; otherwise install a 40-pin socket. Read the Gravitar Installation Guide (PDF) before beginning installation. FAQ Does the Gravitar kit require soldering? No — it is 100% plug-and-play. How many high scores does it save? The kit saves the Top 10 scores. Can I use coins in Freeplay mode? Yes — Coin Up still works even with Freeplay enabled. Does it support Upright and Cocktail cabinets? Yes — it supports both. What is Stealth Mode? Boots directly to the game for a stock arcade look. Where can I download the installation guide? Download it here: Gravitar Installation Guide (PDF) . Resources Gravitar Free Play and High Score Save Kit — Installation Guide (PDF) HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips HighScoreSaves Facebook Page HighScoreSaves eBay Store
Details and Benefits
The Gravitar Free Play and High Score Save Kit is designed for original arcade hardware to address common issues such as lost high scores, unreliable resets, and limited configuration options. This upgrade brings modern reliability and convenience to your Gravitar system while preserving the unique physics-based gameplay experience.
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 game 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.