Mouse Trap Arcade PCB Upgrade Overview for Original Exidy Hardware
Review the available HighScoreSaves upgrade option for compatible original Exidy Mouse Trap arcade PCBs, including Free Play, Top 5 high score saving with initials, installation requirements, hardware compatibility, serial EEPROM storage, attract sounds, ROM Saver support, menu-driven DIP settings, Backup and Restore, separate score tables, Fast Boot, Stealth Mode, Reset Button support, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support.
This category is intended for collectors, operators, and restoration projects using original Mouse Trap arcade hardware. The upgrade keeps the original Exidy PCB in service rather than replacing the cabinet with an emulation platform, reproduction board, or multicade system.
Mouse Trap installation requires a 6502 processor installed in a compatible 40-pin socket. No soldering is required when the 6502 processor location is already socketed.
Mouse Trap Hardware Compatibility and Upgrade Features
The Mouse Trap kit is designed for original Exidy arcade hardware and adds modern reliability, score saving, menu settings, and optional leaderboard support while preserving the original maze-action gameplay, timing, sound, controls, and cabinet behavior.
- Designed for compatible original Exidy Mouse Trap arcade PCBs
- Free Play with traditional Coin-Up operation retained
- Permanent Top 5 high score saving with initials
- Reliable serial EEPROM storage with no batteries or failure-prone NVRAM required
- Adjustable attract sounds at 25%, 50%, or 100% attract-screen rotations
- Attract mode protection to help reduce monitor burn-in from static screens
- Original manufacturer or HighScoreSaves copyright message option
- Menu-driven DIP settings for supported options
- ROM Saver support for optional original program ROM removal
- Backup and Restore support for saved high scores
- Separate score tables for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives settings
- Reset Button support to restart a game without powering off the cabinet
- Fast Boot support with no waiting for initialization during startup
- Stealth Mode for a stock-style startup appearance
- Upright and cocktail cabinet support
- Optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support
View Mouse Trap Free Play and High Score Save Kit
View Mouse Trap Installation Guide
Before ordering: confirm that your machine contains a documented compatible original Exidy Mouse Trap arcade PCB and a socketed 6502 processor location. If the 6502 processor is soldered directly to the PCB, a qualified arcade technician must install a compatible 40-pin socket before the kit can be used.
Mouse Trap PCB Upgrade Details and Benefits
The HighScoreSaves Mouse Trap Free Play and High Score Save Kit adds Free Play, Top 5 high score saving with initials, serial EEPROM storage, adjustable attract sounds, menu-driven DIP settings, ROM Saver support, Backup and Restore, separate lives-based score tables, Reset Button support, Fast Boot, Stealth Mode, upright/cocktail support, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support to documented compatible original Exidy arcade hardware.
This upgrade is designed for original Exidy Mouse Trap arcade PCBs. It keeps the original board in service rather than replacing the cabinet with an emulation system, reproduction PCB, or multicade platform.
Main Mouse Trap Kit Features
- Top 5 score saving: Stores the Top 5 supported high scores permanently with initials.
- Battery-free storage: Uses reliable serial EEPROM storage instead of batteries or NVRAM.
- Free Play: Start Mouse Trap without inserting coins or opening the coin door.
- Traditional Coin-Up operation: Quarters and tokens remain supported when desired.
- Adjustable attract sounds: Attract sounds can be set to 25%, 50%, or 100% attract-screen rotations.
- Attract mode protection: Helps reduce monitor burn-in from static screens.
- Copyright message option: Select original manufacturer branding or HighScoreSaves branding.
- Menu-driven DIP settings: Change supported options on screen without cabinet removal.
- ROM Saver: The program runs from the kit so original program ROMs may be removed when installed as directed.
- Backup and Restore: Back up high scores and restore them later.
- Separate score tables: Different score tables are supported for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives settings.
- Reset Button: Restart a game without powering off the cabinet.
- Fast Boot: No waiting for initialization during startup.
- Stealth Mode: Boots directly into the game for a stock-style startup appearance.
- 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 Mouse Trap 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, Attract Sounds, and Permanent High Scores
Free Play allows Mouse Trap 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 or NVRAM are not required for saved scores. The kit stores the Top 5 supported high scores permanently with initials.
Attract sounds are adjustable at 25%, 50%, or 100% attract-screen rotations. Attract mode protection helps reduce the chance of monitor burn-in from static screens during idle operation.
Exidy Hardware, ROM Saver, Fast Boot, and Stealth Mode
Mouse Trap uses original Exidy arcade hardware, and this kit is intended for documented compatible original Mouse Trap arcade PCBs.
ROM Saver support allows original program ROMs to be removed when the kit is installed as directed in the Mouse Trap installation guide.
Fast Boot reduces startup waiting time, while Stealth Mode allows the cabinet to boot directly into the game for a more stock-style appearance.
Backup and Restore, Score Tables, and Reset Button Support
Backup and Restore support allows saved high scores to be backed up and restored later for service, events, parties, or tournament preparation.
Separate score tables are supported for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives settings, helping keep saved scores organized across different gameplay configurations.
Reset Button support allows the game to restart without powering off the cabinet, which can be useful during testing, setup, service work, or events.
Installation and PCB Requirements
- Designed for documented compatible original Exidy Mouse Trap arcade PCBs.
- Access to the original arcade PCB is required during installation.
- This kit requires a 6502 processor.
- The 6502 processor must be installed in a compatible 40-pin socket.
- No soldering is required when the 6502 processor location is already socketed.
- If the 6502 processor is soldered directly to the PCB, a qualified arcade technician must install a compatible 40-pin socket before the kit can be used.
- Remove only the designated original program ROMs identified in the Mouse Trap 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 Mouse Trap 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, ROM Saver operation, Backup and Restore, score tables, Reset Button support, 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 Mouse Trap gameplay, Free Play, local score saving, ROM Saver operation, cabinet settings, Fast Boot, Stealth Mode, Reset Button support, or menu-driven options.
Mouse Trap Kit FAQ
Which arcade PCB does the HighScoreSaves Mouse Trap kit support?
The kit is designed for documented compatible original Exidy Mouse Trap arcade PCBs.
Which processor is required for the Mouse Trap kit?
The Mouse Trap kit requires a socketed 6502 processor in a compatible 40-pin processor location.
How many high scores does the Mouse Trap kit save?
The kit stores the Top 5 supported high scores with initials using serial EEPROM storage.
Does the Mouse Trap kit support Free Play and Coin-Up operation?
Yes. Free Play and traditional Coin-Up operation are both supported.
How is the HighScoreSaves Mouse Trap settings menu opened?
Hold Player 1 Start while turning the cabinet on. Release the button when the on-screen prompt tells you to continue.
Does the Mouse Trap kit include Fast Boot?
Yes. Fast Boot reduces startup waiting time by avoiding the normal initialization delay.
What does Stealth Mode do on the Mouse Trap kit?
Stealth Mode boots directly into the game for a more stock-style startup appearance.
Does the Mouse Trap kit support upright and cocktail cabinets?
Yes. The Mouse Trap kit supports documented upright and cocktail cabinet configurations.
Is Wi-Fi required for the HighScoreSaves Mouse Trap kit?
No. Standard kits save supported scores locally. Wi-Fi is optional for online leaderboard support.