Star Wars | Empire Strikes Back Multigame Kit for Original Atari Hardware
Upgrade a documented compatible original Atari Star Wars arcade PCB to play both Star Wars and Empire Strikes Back with Free Play, permanent Top 8 high score saving, attract sounds, battery-free score storage, and upright or cockpit cabinet support.
This multigame upgrade is not an emulation platform, reproduction board, or generic multicade replacement. It operates with original Atari Star Wars vector arcade hardware and allows both supported games to run from the compatible original PCB setup.
Star Wars and Empire Strikes Back Multigame Upgrade
A focused two-game upgrade for original Atari Star Wars hardware that adds Empire Strikes Back support, Free Play, and permanent high score saving while preserving the original Atari vector arcade experience.
- Star Wars and Empire Strikes Back included
- Installs on documented compatible original Atari Star Wars arcade PCB hardware
- Permanent Top 8 high score saving
- Battery-free score storage
- Free Play with traditional Coin-Up operation available
- Attract-sound support
- Game switching through the documented Left Thumb and Right Thumb button sequence
- Supports upright and cockpit cabinet configurations
- Installation uses Atari 6809 vector arcade hardware
- A 6809E processor is required for installation
Switch Between Star Wars and Empire Strikes Back
To change games, hold the Left Thumb button for approximately two seconds and release it, then hold the Right Thumb button for approximately two seconds and release it.
Verify Atari Star Wars PCB Compatibility Before Ordering
- This kit is designed for documented compatible original Atari Star Wars arcade PCBs.
- Installation is intended for original Atari 6809 vector arcade hardware.
- A 6809E processor is required for installation.
- Access to the original arcade PCB set is required during installation.
- Original PROMs, EPROMs, processor, and NVRAM locations must be handled as outlined in the installation guide.
- Review the installation guide before setup and verify processor orientation, socket condition, board compatibility, cable placement, and all installation steps before restoring cabinet power.
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Star Wars | Empire Strikes Back Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Star Wars | Empire Strikes Back Kit Details and Benefits
The Star Wars | Empire Strikes Back Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit adds two-game support, Free Play, permanent Top 8 high score saving, attract sounds, and battery-free score storage to documented compatible original Atari Star Wars arcade hardware.
This kit is designed for original Atari Star Wars vector arcade hardware. It allows the cabinet owner to play Star Wars or Empire Strikes Back from the same compatible original PCB setup without converting the cabinet to an emulator, reproduction board, or generic multicade system.
Main Star Wars and Empire Strikes Back Kit Features
- Two games included: Play Star Wars and Empire Strikes Back on compatible original Atari hardware.
- Original Atari Star Wars PCB support: Installs on a documented compatible original Atari Star Wars arcade PCB.
- Permanent high score saving: Saves the Top 8 high scores.
- Battery-free score storage: Saves supported scores without batteries.
- Free Play: Start supported gameplay without inserting coins.
- Coin-Up operation: Continue using traditional coin operation when desired.
- Attract sounds: Includes attract-sound support for the upgraded cabinet.
- Game switching: Change games using the documented Left Thumb and Right Thumb button sequence.
- Cabinet support: Supports upright and cockpit Star Wars cabinet configurations.
- 6809 hardware installation: Installation is based around Atari 6809 vector arcade hardware and requires a 6809E processor.
Changing Between Star Wars and Empire Strikes Back
To switch games, hold the Left Thumb button for approximately two seconds and release it. Then hold the Right Thumb button for approximately two seconds and release it. This allows the player to change between Star Wars and Empire Strikes Back using the yoke controls.
Free Play, Coin-Up, and High Score Saving
Free Play allows the supported Star Wars and Empire Strikes Back setup to start without inserting coins. Traditional Coin-Up operation is also supported when coin-based play is preferred.
The kit permanently saves the Top 8 high scores without batteries. This helps preserve cabinet scores between power cycles while keeping the upgrade focused on original Atari vector arcade hardware.
Attract-sound support gives the cabinet a more active presentation when it is sitting idle, while the original vector hardware, controls, gameplay style, and cabinet format remain central to the setup.
Original Atari Vector Hardware Support
This is a two-game multigame upgrade for compatible original Atari Star Wars arcade PCB hardware. It is intended for collectors, restorers, and operators who want to keep the original Atari vector platform in service while adding Empire Strikes Back and modern score-saving convenience.
Supported cabinet configurations include upright and cockpit cabinets. Before ordering or installing, confirm that the cabinet contains a compatible original Atari Star Wars PCB set and review the installation steps for the processor, PROM, EPROM, NVRAM, vector, and sound-board work involved.
Installation and PCB Requirements
- Designed for documented compatible original Atari Star Wars arcade PCBs.
- Installation is intended for Atari 6809 vector arcade hardware.
- A 6809E processor is required for installation.
- Access to the original arcade PCB set is required during installation.
- The installation guide identifies work on the main, instruction PROM, vector, and sound board areas.
- Original PROMs, EPROMs, processor, and NVRAM locations must be handled only as documented in the installation guide.
- Install the included cable connections only as documented for the sound and vector board connections.
- Verify processor orientation, socket alignment, board connections, and all installation steps before restoring cabinet power.
- If the game does not start after installation, turn power off immediately and double-check the installation work before continuing.
Star Wars | Empire Strikes Back Installation Resources
Review the installation guide before ordering or installing the kit. The guide shows the required board work, processor handling, PROM and EPROM locations, cable placement, and final startup checks for the Star Wars | Empire Strikes Back multigame installation.
Star Wars | Empire Strikes Back Multigame FAQ
Which PCB is required?
This kit installs on a documented compatible original Atari Star Wars arcade PCB.
Which games are included?
The kit supports Star Wars and Empire Strikes Back.
How do players switch between games?
Hold the Left Thumb button for approximately two seconds and release it, then hold the Right Thumb button for approximately two seconds and release it.
Does it save high scores?
Yes. The kit saves the Top 8 high scores permanently without batteries.
Does it support Free Play?
Yes. Free Play is supported, and traditional Coin-Up operation can still be used when desired.
Does it work in upright and cockpit cabinets?
Yes. The kit supports upright and cockpit Star Wars cabinet configurations.
Is a 6809E processor required?
Yes. The installation guide states that a 6809E is needed for this kit.
Is Wi-Fi supported?
The available product and installation-guide information does not list Wi-Fi support for this kit, so Wi-Fi leaderboard wording should not be used on this category page unless the product details are updated.