Wizard of Wor Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Upgrade your original Wizard of Wor cabinet with a plug-and-play Free Play and High Score Save Kit. Choose a Wi-Fi Enabled kit to upload scores to your personal online page (that we provide), or a Standard kit for local score saving—both preserve authentic gameplay while adding modern features.
Learn about Wi-Fi vs Standard kits, browse install guides and explore online scoreboards at ArcadeHighScores.com.
Wizard of Wor | Robby Roto Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Wizard of Wor Multigame Free Play and High Score Save 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. Learn More About This Kit Click a button below to view detailed information, setup tips, or the full installation guide. Main Features Easy install — No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring. Plug in and play. Permanent score saving — Uses serial EPROM, not failure-prone NVRAM or batteries. High Score Save — Saves Top 5 scores in Wizard of Wor and Top 21 in Robby Roto. Initials entry — Enter your initials on the scoreboard. Attract sounds — Enable sounds at 25%, 50%, or 100% of attract-mode rotations. Freeplay mode — No coins needed, but still supports coin play if desired. Coin Up — Continue using coin play if preferred. Copyright message — Choose original manufacturer or highscoresaves.com branding. Change DIP settings — Menu-driven; no need to open your cabinet to adjust switches. ROM Saver — Eliminates the need for a separate ROM board, improving reliability. Cabinet support — Works in both Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup & Restore — Save high scores and restore them later, perfect for game room parties. Separate score tables — Wizard of Wor saves by lives chosen; Robby Roto saves by difficulty level (9 levels, 5 tables). Reset button — Restart a game without powering off (requires menu enable + P1 & P2 press). ROM Saver (stack note) — Program/ROM/RAM board must be removed; graphics RAM boards stay in place. Stealth Mode — Boot directly to the game without displaying the DIP settings menu. ROM revisions — Includes the latest ROM revisions for each supported game. Game selection on boot — Choose Wizard of Wor or Robby Roto at startup, or auto-load last played. Important Information Z80 socket required — If your Z80 isn’t socketed, install a 40-pin socket for compatibility. Installation guide — Always review the Installation Guide (PDF) before setup. Wizard of Wor on Robby Roto hardware — Due to PCB limits: no starfield background, no sparkle, no speech. Included Games Wizard of Wor Robby Roto FAQ Do I need to solder anything? No. Installation is plug-and-play. If your Z80 isn’t socketed, install a 40-pin socket first. Wi-Fi vs Standard — what’s the difference? Wi-Fi kits upload/view scores online and sync to your personal page; Standard kits save locally only. Can I upgrade to Wi-Fi later? No. The Wi-Fi hardware must be populated at purchase; there’s no post-purchase upgrade path. How many scores are saved? Wizard of Wor saves Top 5; Robby Roto saves Top 21. Are score tables separate per settings? Yes. WoW saves by lives chosen; Robby Roto saves by difficulty (9 levels across 5 HSS tables). Does it work in Upright and Cocktail cabinets? Yes. The kit supports both cabinet types. Can I back up and restore high scores? Yes. Use Backup & Restore to save scores before events and restore them afterward. How do I use the Reset button? Enable it in the menu; once enabled, press Player 1 + Player 2 to reset without power-cycling. Do I still need the original ROM board? No. The ROM Saver feature runs the program from the kit; remove the Program/ROM/RAM board and keep the graphics RAM boards. Where can I find the Installation Guide? Right here: Wizard of Wor Multigame Installation Guide (PDF) .
Wizard of Wor Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Customize Your Wizard of Wor Free Play and High Score Save 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. Learn More About This Kit Click a button to view details, tips, or the installation guide. Features Easy install — No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring. Plug in and go. Save your scores forever — Uses reliable serial EEPROM (no failure-prone NVRAM or batteries). High Score Save — Stores the Top 5 scores. Initials entry — Enter your initials like the original game. Attract Sounds — Hear what you’ve been missing; set to 25%, 50%, or 100% of the attract rotation. Freeplay — No more coins or opening the coin door. Coin Up — Still supports coins if desired. Copyright message — Choose original manufacturer or Highscoresaves. On-screen DIP settings — Menu-driven; no cabinet pull-out required. ROM Saver — No ROM board needed; program stored on the save kit for improved reliability. Cabinet support — Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets. Additional Features Backup and Restore — Save and restore high scores (perfect before/after parties). Separate score tables — Unique tables for different life settings (2–5 lives). Reset Button — Restart without powering off (enable in menu and press P1+P2). Language selection — Choose English, German, or French. No ROM board required — Game is more reliable without the original ROM board. Stealth Mode — Boot directly to the game without DIP menu. Important Ensure your Z80 CPU is socketed; if not, install a 40-pin socket for the kit to work. Read the Installation Guide (PDF) before you install. Just the FAQ's Is installation truly plug-and-play? Yes. No soldering or board mods are required. Just ensure your Z80 CPU is socketed (or add a 40-pin socket). How many scores are saved? This kit saves the Top 5 scores and supports initials entry. What’s the difference between Wi-Fi and Standard kits? The Wi-Fi kit uploads and displays scores online; the Standard kit saves locally only. Can I back up and restore scores? Yes. Use the Backup/Restore feature to save scores before events and restore them afterward. Does it support multiple languages? Yes. Choose English, German, or French in the menu. Will this work in my cabinet? Yes. The kit supports Upright and Cocktail Wizard of Wor cabinets. How do I use the Reset Button? Enable the Reset Button in the menu; once enabled, press P1 + P2 to restart without power-cycling. Can I use Freeplay and still accept coins? Absolutely. Freeplay is available, and coin inputs remain supported if you want them. Do I need the original ROM board installed? No. The kit includes the program, improving reliability without the original ROM board. Where can I find the Installation Guide? Right here: Wizard of Wor Installation Guide (PDF) .