Scramble Free Play and High Score Save Kits
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Upgrade Your Scramble Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Scramble arcade hardware with our collection of Scramble 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 side-scrolling shooter gameplay that defines Scramble.
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Scramble | Super Cobra Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Scramble Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit Upgrade your original Scramble arcade PCB with reliable free play, permanent high score saving, optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support, and multigame functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware. Designed specifically for original Konami and Stern hardware, this plug and play multigame upgrade improves long-term reliability without changing gameplay timing, controls, sound, or classic arcade behavior collectors expect. Games Included: Scramble • Super Cobra • Anteater • Frogger • Amidar • Armored Car • Turtles • The End Original Arcade Hardware • No Emulation • No Gameplay Changes • Designed for Authentic Arcade PCBs View Installation Guide 8 Games Included Instantly switch between classic Konami and Stern arcade titles. Permanent High Scores Saves Top 10 scores with initials for each game. Menu-Driven Settings Configure gameplay and DIP settings directly from the on-screen menu. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Upgrade Your Scramble Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Scramble arcade machine with a professionally designed multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Konami and Stern hardware. Original boards often lose scores, rely on aging components, or suffer from unstable resets. This upgrade modernizes your PCB while preserving the original gameplay, controls, timing, and arcade gameplay experience collectors and enthusiasts expect. Unlike emulation or multicade systems, this kit preserves authentic arcade hardware behavior while adding modern conveniences like score saving, free play, attract sounds, menu-driven configuration, and optional online leaderboard support. Hardware Compatibility Original Hardware: Designed for Scramble and compatible Konami/Stern arcade PCBs Processor Requirement: Requires a socketed Z80 processor Cabinet Compatibility: Supports Upright cabinets Fixed Inputs: Upright-only Player 1 input support with no rewiring required Customize Your Scramble Multigame 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 easier installation. Main Features Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required Permanent High Score Saving: Uses serial EPROM instead of batteries or NVRAM High Score Save: Saves the Top 10 scores with initials Game Selection: Choose between Scramble, Super Cobra, Anteater, Frogger, Amidar, Armored Car, Turtles, and The End Attract Sounds: Adjustable at 25%, 50%, or 100% rotation intervals Free Play: No coins required while still supporting traditional coin-up Coin-Up Support: Supports quarters or tokens if desired Attract Mode: Dynamic screens help minimize monitor burn-in Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Change settings directly from the on-screen menu ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to reduce power usage Cabinet Compatibility: Supports Upright cabinets High Scores Button: Quickly access saved score tables for the selected game All Global High Scores Button: Ideal for Wi-Fi enabled leaderboard support Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores anytime Separate Score Tables: Individual score tables for 2, 3, or 4 lives settings Reset Button: Restart gameplay without powering off the cabinet Self-Test: Accessible through menu or by setting all PCB DIP switches OFF Continue Feature: Enable or disable gameplay continues God Mode: Unlimited lives mode with score saving disabled Stealth Mode: Boot directly into gameplay for a stock arcade appearance Fixed Inputs: Upright-only Player 1 inputs used without rewiring Included Games Scramble Konami’s legendary side-scrolling shooter featuring fuel management, bombing runs, and classic arcade action gameplay. Super Cobra Helicopter-based arcade shooter gameplay featuring strategic bombing and classic Konami side-scrolling action. Anteater Maze-style arcade gameplay featuring digging mechanics and classic universal arcade action. Frogger One of the most recognizable arcade classics featuring traffic crossing, river hopping, and timeless gameplay mechanics. Amidar Grid-based arcade chase gameplay featuring painting mechanics and enemy avoidance. Armored Car Classic arcade chase gameplay centered around armored vehicle action and coin collection. Turtles Maze-based arcade gameplay featuring platform hopping and enemy avoidance mechanics. The End Vintage space shooter gameplay featuring wave-based enemy attacks and classic arcade scoring. Important Installation Notes Socketed Z80 Required: Install a 40-pin socket if your Z80 processor is not already socketed Scramble Extended Scoring: Supports extended scoring up to 9,999,990 points Difficulty Selection: Choose between Konami and Stern difficulty behavior with Stern ROMs draining fuel faster Frogger Extended Scoring: Supports scoring up to 9,999,990 points with improved music bug fix Known Differences: The End uses dot bullets, Frogger features a blue street, and Anteater uses blue tunnels Read the Scramble Multigame Installation Guide PDF before installing Scramble Multigame FAQ Do I need to solder anything? No. This kit is designed to be plug-and-play with no soldering or board modifications required. Does it save scores permanently? Yes. High scores are stored in serial EPROM and do not require batteries. How many scores are saved? The kit saves the Top 10 scores with initials for each game. Can I switch between games? Yes. Select between Scramble, Super Cobra, Anteater, Frogger, Amidar, Armored Car, Turtles, and The End. Does it support attract sounds? Yes. Attract sounds are adjustable at 25%, 50%, or 100%. Can I enable Free Play? Yes. Free Play is fully supported while Coin-Up can still remain enabled. Does it support Backup and Restore? Yes. Scores can be backed up and restored at any time. What special modes are included? Includes God Mode, Stealth Mode, Continue options, Reset Button, and Self-Test support. What are the known differences? The End uses dot bullets, Frogger features a blue street, and Anteater uses blue tunnels. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Scramble Multigame Installation Guide PDF 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 All Global Arcade High Scores Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources and Guides 1. Scramble Multigame Installation Guide PDF 2. What’s a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit or Standard Kit? 3. High Score Save Kit Tips and Tricks (PDF) 4. HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel 5. HighScoreSaves Facebook Page 6. HighScoreSaves eBay Store
Scramble Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Scramble Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Konami Arcade PCB Upgrade your original Scramble arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, attract sounds, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware. Designed specifically for original Konami 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 Start games without coins while retaining optional coin operation. High Score Saving Saves the Top 10 scores permanently using EEPROM memory. Fast Boot Access self-test quickly through the menu or PCB DIP switch settings. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Upgrade Your Scramble Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Scramble arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Konami 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 Scramble one of the most influential side-scrolling shooters of the early arcade era. 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 Socketed Z80 required: Install a 40-pin socket if your Z80 processor is soldered directly to the PCB Read the Scramble Installation Guide before installing Included Features Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required Permanent Score Saving: Uses reliable serial EEPROM instead of battery-dependent NVRAM High Score Save: Saves the Top 10 scores permanently Copyright Selection: Toggle between original manufacturer logo and HighScoreSaves branding Freeplay Mode: Start games without coins required Coin-Up Support: Continue using coins if preferred Attract Mode Protection: Helps reduce screen burn by minimizing static images Menu-Driven DIP Settings: No cabinet pulling or physical DIP-switch flipping required ROM Saver: Remove original program ROMs while the game runs directly from the save kit Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Backup and Restore: Back up scores before parties and restore them later Separate Score Tables: Unique high-score tables for 2, 3, or 4 lives settings Fast Boot: Access self-test through the menu or by setting all PCB DIP switches OFF 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 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 Scramble Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ Do I need to solder anything? No. This kit is fully plug-and-play with no board modifications required. Does it save scores permanently? Yes. Scores are stored in serial EEPROM and retained even when powered off. How many scores does it save? This kit saves the Top 10 high scores permanently. Can I use Freeplay? Yes. Freeplay mode is fully supported. Does Coin-Up still work? Yes. Coin play remains fully supported. Does it help prevent screen burn? Yes. Attract mode helps minimize static images to reduce burn-in risk. Can I switch logos? Yes. Toggle between the original manufacturer logo and HighScoreSaves branding. Does it support Backup and Restore? Yes. Back up and restore high scores anytime. Will it work in Cocktail cabinets? Yes. Supports both Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Where can I download the installation guide? Scramble Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Scramble Free Play and High Score Save Kit — Installation Guide PDF 2. Setup Tips and Configuration Guide 3. HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel 4. HighScoreSaves Facebook Page 5. HighScoreSaves eBay Store
Details and Benefits
The Scramble Free Play and High Score Save Kit is designed for original arcade hardware to address common issues like lost high scores, unreliable resets, and limited configuration options. This upgrade brings modern reliability and convenience while preserving the classic horizontal shooter gameplay that Scramble is known for.
What This Kit Adds
- Free Play support — Enable coin-free operation while still supporting traditional coin play
- Reliable high score saving — Permanent score storage using non-volatile memory
- On-screen settings menu — Adjust gameplay and kit 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.