Guzzler Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Original Tehkan Hardware
Upgrade a compatible original Tehkan Guzzler arcade PCB with Free Play, Top 5 high score saving with initials, serial EEPROM storage, on-screen DIP settings, ROM Saver support, Stealth Mode, Fast Boot, separate score tables, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support.
The HighScoreSaves Guzzler Kit works with original Tehkan 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 Guzzler Kit
Designed for players, collectors, and operators who want Free Play, permanent score saving, initials, on-screen settings, ROM Saver support, Fast Boot, and optional online leaderboard support while keeping original Guzzler arcade hardware in service.
- Free Play with traditional Coin-Up operation retained
- Permanent Top 5 high score saving with initials using serial EEPROM storage
- Original manufacturer or HighScoreSaves copyright selection
- On-screen DIP and operator settings
- ROM Saver support for optional original program ROM removal
- Separate score tables for 2, 3, or 4 lives settings
- Backup and restore support for saved high scores
- Attract mode protection to help reduce static-screen burn-in
- Stealth Mode for a more stock startup appearance
- Fast Boot for quick self-test and startup support
- Upright and cocktail cabinet support
- Optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support
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View Guzzler Installation Guide
Before ordering: confirm that your machine contains a documented compatible original Tehkan Guzzler 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.
Guzzler Kit Details and Benefits
The HighScoreSaves Guzzler Free Play and High Score Save Kit adds Free Play, Top 5 high score saving with initials, serial EEPROM storage, on-screen DIP settings, ROM Saver support, backup and restore, separate score tables, Stealth Mode, Fast Boot, upright/cocktail support, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support to documented compatible original Tehkan arcade hardware.
This daughterboard works with the original Tehkan Guzzler arcade PCB rather than replacing the game board with an emulation platform, reproduction PCB, or multicade system.
Main Guzzler 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 Guzzler without inserting coins.
- Traditional Coin-Up operation: Continue accepting quarters or tokens when Free Play is disabled.
- Copyright selection: Toggle the attract-screen logo between original manufacturer branding and HighScoreSaves branding.
- On-screen DIP settings: Adjust supported configuration options without removing the cabinet.
- ROM Saver: Original program ROMs may be removed when installed as directed.
- Backup and restore: Save and restore supported high scores for parties, events, or maintenance.
- Separate score tables: Maintains different score tables for 2, 3, or 4 lives settings.
- Attract mode protection: Helps reduce burn-in from static screens during idle operation.
- Stealth Mode: Supports a more stock cabinet appearance during normal operation.
- Fast Boot: Adds quick self-test and startup support through the menu or DIP OFF mode.
- 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 Guzzler 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 Guzzler 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, and 4 lives settings, helping keep score results organized across different gameplay configurations.
Tehkan Hardware, ROM Saver, Fast Boot, and Stealth Mode
Guzzler uses original Tehkan arcade hardware, and this kit is designed to keep that original maze-action gameplay, controls, timing, sound, and cabinet behavior intact.
ROM Saver support allows designated original program ROMs to be removed when the kit is installed as directed in the Guzzler installation guide.
Fast Boot provides quick self-test and startup support through the menu or DIP OFF mode. Stealth Mode supports a more stock cabinet appearance during normal gameplay.
Installation and PCB Requirements
- Designed for documented compatible original Tehkan Guzzler 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.
- Remove only the designated original program ROMs identified in the Guzzler installation guide when using ROM Saver features.
- Verify Pin 1 orientation, processor alignment, socket condition, board seating, and all processor pins before restoring cabinet power.
- Review the Guzzler 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, ROM Saver operation, Fast Boot, Stealth Mode, 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 Guzzler gameplay, Free Play, local score saving, score tables, ROM Saver operation, Fast Boot, Stealth Mode, or on-screen settings.
Guzzler Kit FAQ
Which arcade PCB does the HighScoreSaves Guzzler kit support?
The HighScoreSaves Guzzler kit is designed for documented compatible original Tehkan Guzzler arcade PCBs.
Which processor is required for the Guzzler kit?
The Guzzler kit requires a Z80 processor installed in a compatible socketed 40-pin processor location.
How many high scores does the Guzzler kit save?
The Guzzler kit saves the Top 5 supported high scores with initials using serial EEPROM storage.
Does the HighScoreSaves Guzzler 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 Guzzler 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 ROM Saver on the Guzzler kit?
ROM Saver allows designated original program ROMs to be removed when the kit is installed as directed in the Guzzler installation guide.
What is Fast Boot on the Guzzler kit?
Fast Boot adds quick self-test and startup support through the menu or DIP OFF mode.
Does the Guzzler kit support upright and cocktail cabinets?
Yes. The Guzzler kit supports documented upright and cocktail cabinet configurations.
Is Wi-Fi required for the HighScoreSaves Guzzler kit?
No. Standard kits save supported scores locally. Wi-Fi is optional for online leaderboard support.