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Wild Western Free Play and High Score Save Kits

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Upgrade Your Wild Western Arcade Experience

Bring modern convenience to your original Wild Western arcade hardware with our collection of Wild Western Free Play and High Score Save Kits. These plug-and-play kits add reliable high score saving, Free Play functionality, and an on-screen settings menu while preserving the fun and frantic vertical shooter action that made Wild Western memorable.

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Frontline Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit

Frontline Vertical Taito Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit Includes Frontline • Wild Western • Alpine Ski • Bio Attack • Water Ski • Highway Race • Space Cruiser This is a multigame free play and high score save kit for original Frontline arcade PCBs and compatible vertical Taito hardware. Upgrade your Taito Frontline arcade PCB or compatible hardware with a plug and play upgrade designed for fast installation, modern reliability, and expanded multigame support. Designed for original arcade hardware with no emulation, this kit installs directly on compatible Taito PCBs while preserving the original gameplay experience. The Frontline Multigame kit enables multiple classic titles including Wild Western and Alpine Ski, making it ideal for collectors, operators, and dedicated Taito cabinet enthusiasts. Learn More About This Kit Click a button below to compare kit options or open the installation guide. Compare Wi-Fi vs Standard View Installation Guide Customize Your 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. Main Features Easy install: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring. Plug in and go. Save your scores forever: Uses serial EEPROM (not failure-prone NVRAM or batteries). High Score Save: Saves the Top 10 scores with initials. Attract Sounds: Adjustable at 25 percent, 50 percent, or 100 percent. Freeplay: No more coins or opening the coin door. Coin Up: Still supports coins if desired. Attract Mode: Minimizes static screens to reduce burn-in. Menu-driven DIP: Change DIP settings directly on-screen. ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to save power. Cabinet support: Works in Upright cabinets. Optional Features High Scores button: Quickly view saved score tables for the selected game. All Global High Scores button: Ideal for Wi-Fi enabled kits that connect with supported online leaderboard features. Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores. Separate score tables: Tables for 2, 3, or 4 lives. Reset Button: Restart without power-cycling. Self-test: Access via menu or with DIP switches off. Continue: Optional continue feature. God Mode: Unlimited lives (scores disabled). Flip Screen: Rotate image 180 degrees. Why This Kit is the Best Upgrade for Frontline Unlike reproduction boards or multigame hacks, this HighScoreSaves kit preserves original Taito hardware while adding essential modern features such as accurate high score saving, free play mode, menu-driven configuration, and Wi-Fi options. It enables multiple classic games without altering authentic gameplay or cabinet wiring. Important Installation Notes Socketed Z80 required: If your Z80 is not socketed, install a 40-pin socket. Compatible PCBs: Frontline, Wild Western, Jungle Hunt, and Elevator Action (rotary dial required). Read the Frontline Multigame Installation Guide PDF before installing. Included Games Frontline Wild Western Alpine Ski Bio Attack Water Ski Highway Race Space Cruiser FAQ Which games are supported? Supports Frontline, Wild Western, Alpine Ski, Bio Attack, Water Ski, Highway Race, and Space Cruiser. How many scores are saved? Saves the Top 10 scores per game. Does it support Freeplay and coin-up? Yes, you can use Freeplay or keep coin-up enabled. Do I need to modify my cabinet? No, installation is plug and play. Ensure your Z80 is socketed. Rotary dial required for Jungle Hunt or Elevator Action PCBs. What additional features are included? Includes Backup and Restore, Reset Button, God Mode, and Flip Screen. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Frontline Multigame Installation Guide PDF Resources and Guides Frontline Multigame — Installation Guide PDF What’s a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit or Standard Kit? High Score Save Kit Tips and Tricks (PDF) HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel HighScoreSaves Facebook Page Official HighScoreSaves eBay Store

Regular price: From $150.00

Details and Benefits

The Wild Western Free Play and High Score Save Kit brings modern enhancements to original Wild Western arcade hardware. Designed for vertical shooters and Taito hardware families, this upgrade adds high score retention and Free Play usability while keeping the core fast-paced action intact.

What This Kit Adds

  • Free Play support — Enable coin-free play while retaining traditional coin inputs
  • Reliable high score saving — Scores are stored permanently without failure-prone RAM
  • On-screen settings — Adjust difficulty and gameplay features without opening the cabinet
  • Attract mode enhancements — Helps reduce static burn-in on CRT monitors
  • Vertical shooter compatibility — Designed for the vertical action layout of Wild Western

Advanced Features

  • Backup and restore — Save and restore top scores for events or personal tracking
  • Separate score tables — Independent scoring for different gameplay settings

Important Installation Notes

Installation requires compatible arcade hardware and a socketed CPU or proper connector. Always review the installation guide before beginning to ensure proper 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.