Wizard of Wor Free Play and High Score Save Kits
Download Wizard of Wor Install Guide (PDF)
Upgrade Your Wizard of Wor Arcade Experience
Bring modern convenience to your original Wizard of Wor arcade hardware with our collection of Wizard of Wor 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 cooperative and competitive maze shooter action that makes Wizard of Wor a classic multiplayer favorite.
Related Arcade Kits You May Also Like:
Warlords |
Venture |
Time Pilot |
Space Duel |
Gorf
Wizard of Wor | Robby Roto Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Wizard of Wor | Robby Roto Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit Upgrade your original Wizard of Wor or Robby Roto arcade PCB with reliable free play, permanent high score saving, attract sounds, optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support, and multigame functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware. Designed specifically for original Bally Midway hardware, this plug and play multigame upgrade improves long-term reliability without changing gameplay timing, controls, or original arcade behavior collectors expect. Games Included: Wizard of Wor • Robby Roto Original Arcade Hardware • No Emulation • No Gameplay Changes • Designed for Authentic Arcade PCBs View Installation Guide Multigame Support Switch between Wizard of Wor and Robby Roto on original hardware. Permanent High Scores Wizard of Wor saves Top 5 scores and Robby Roto saves Top 21 scores. Attract Sounds Adjustable attract sounds at 25%, 50%, or 100% rotation frequency. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Upgrade Your Bally Midway Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Wizard of Wor or Robby Roto arcade machine with a professionally designed multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Bally Midway 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 authentic arcade behavior collectors and arcade 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, and optional online leaderboard support. Hardware Compatibility Original Hardware: Designed for Bally Midway Wizard of Wor and Robby Roto arcade PCBs Processor Requirement: Requires a socketed Z80 processor Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets ROM Saver Support: Removes the need for the original Program/ROM/RAM board Customize Your Wizard of Wor 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 Install: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required Permanent Score Saving: Uses reliable serial EEPROM instead of failure-prone NVRAM or batteries High Score Save: Saves Top 5 scores in Wizard of Wor and Top 21 scores in Robby Roto Initials Entry: Enter initials directly onto the scoreboard Attract Sounds: Adjustable at 25%, 50%, or 100% of attract mode rotations Free Play: Play without coins while still supporting traditional coin operation Coin Up Support: Continue using traditional coin play if desired Copyright Message Selection: Choose original manufacturer or HighScoreSaves branding Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Adjust settings without opening the cabinet ROM Saver: Eliminates the need for a separate ROM board for improved reliability Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Backup and Restore: Save and restore scores for tournaments or parties Separate Score Tables: Wizard of Wor saves by lives selected; Robby Roto saves by difficulty level Reset Button: Restart gameplay without powering off the cabinet Stealth Mode: Boot directly into gameplay without showing the settings menu ROM Revisions: Includes latest ROM revisions for supported games Game Selection on Boot: Choose startup game or automatically load the last played game Important Installation Notes Z80 Socket Required: Install a 40-pin socket if your Z80 processor is soldered directly to the PCB Wizard of Wor on Robby Roto Hardware: Due to PCB limitations there is no starfield background, sparkle effect, or speech support ROM Saver Note: Remove the Program/ROM/RAM board while leaving graphics RAM boards installed Read the Installation Guide before setup Games Included Wizard of Wor Bally Midway’s legendary dungeon maze shooter featuring cooperative and competitive gameplay, monster battles, and arcade action on authentic hardware. Robby Roto Classic Bally Midway maze-action gameplay featuring rotating maze mechanics, enemy avoidance, and collectible-based arcade scoring gameplay. 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 Wizard of Wor Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ Do I need to solder anything? No. Installation is plug-and-play if your Z80 processor is socketed. What is the difference between Wi-Fi and Standard kits? Wi-Fi kits upload and sync scores online while Standard kits save scores locally only. Can I upgrade to Wi-Fi later? No. Wi-Fi support must be selected during purchase and cannot be added later. How many scores are saved? Wizard of Wor saves Top 5 scores while Robby Roto saves Top 21 scores. Are score tables separated by settings? Yes. Wizard of Wor separates by lives while Robby Roto separates by difficulty level. Does the kit support Upright and Cocktail cabinets? Yes. Both cabinet styles are fully supported. Can I back up and restore high scores? Yes. Perfect for tournaments, events, and game room parties. How does the Reset button work? Enable it through the menu and press Player 1 and Player 2 simultaneously. Do I still need the original ROM board? No. Remove the Program/ROM/RAM board while leaving graphics RAM boards installed. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Wizard of Wor Multigame Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Wizard of Wor Multigame Installation Guide PDF 2. Setup Tips and Configuration Guide 3. HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel — Installation Tips 4. HighScoreSaves Facebook Page 5. HighScoreSaves eBay Store
Wizard of Wor Free Play and High Score Save Kit
Wizard of Wor Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Bally Midway Arcade PCB Upgrade your original Wizard of Wor arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, multilingual support, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware. Designed specifically for original Bally Midway 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 Play without coins while retaining optional coin operation. High Score Saving Stores the Top 5 scores with initials entry. Language Support Supports English, German, and French language selection. Optional Wi-Fi Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards. Upgrade Your Wizard of Wor Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Wizard of Wor arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Bally Midway 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 Wizard of Wor one of the most memorable maze shooters of the 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. Important Installation Notes Z80 processor must be socketed: Install a 40-pin socket if your CPU is soldered directly to the PCB No ROM board required: The game runs entirely from the High Score Save Kit Read the Wizard of Wor Installation Guide before installation Included Features Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required Permanent Score Saving: Reliable serial EEPROM storage with no batteries or NVRAM failures High Score Save: Stores the Top 5 scores Initials Entry: Save scores using original-style initials entry Attract Sounds: Adjustable to 25%, 50%, or 100% attract rotation Freeplay Mode: No more coins or opening the coin door Coin-Up Support: Continue using coins if desired Copyright Message: Choose original manufacturer or HighScoreSaves branding On-Screen DIP Settings: Configure settings directly from the menu system ROM Saver: Game runs entirely from the save kit for improved reliability Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores anytime Separate Score Tables: Unique tables for 2–5 lives settings Reset Button: Enable from the menu and press P1+P2 to restart without power cycling Language Selection: English, German, or French language support Stealth Mode: Boot directly into gameplay mode 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 Wizard of Wor Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ Is installation truly plug-and-play? Yes. No soldering is required if your Z80 processor is already socketed. How many scores are saved? The kit stores the Top 5 scores and supports initials entry. What’s the difference between Wi-Fi and Standard kits? Wi-Fi kits upload scores online while Standard kits save scores locally only. Can I back up and restore scores? Yes. Backup and Restore functionality is built directly into the kit. Does it support multiple languages? Yes. English, German, and French language support is included. Will this work in my cabinet? Yes. Works in Upright and Cocktail Wizard of Wor cabinets. How do I use the Reset Button? Enable Reset from the menu, then press P1 + P2 together to restart the game. Can I use Freeplay and still accept coins? Yes. Freeplay and normal coin operation are both supported. Do I need the original ROM board? No. The game runs entirely from the High Score Save Kit for improved reliability. Where can I download the Installation Guide? Download the Wizard of Wor Installation Guide PDF Designed and supported by HighScoreSaves for arcade collectors, restorers, and original hardware enthusiasts. Resources 1. Wizard of Wor 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 Wizard of Wor Free Play and High Score Save Kit is engineered for original arcade hardware to improve score retention, simplify resets, and enhance multiplayer gameplay convenience. This upgrade brings modern reliability while preserving the classic cooperative and competitive maze combat that defines Wizard of Wor.
What This Kit Adds
- Free Play support — Enable coin-free play while still supporting traditional coin operation
- Reliable high score saving — Permanent storage of high scores using non-volatile memory
- On-screen settings menu — Adjust gameplay and kit options without opening the cabinet
- Monitor-friendly attract behavior — Helps reduce static 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 beginning 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.