Qbert | Qbert Qubes | FHMC Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit
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Q*bert Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Gottlieb Arcade PCB
Upgrade a compatible original Gottlieb Q*bert arcade PCB with five Q*bert-family games, Free Play, permanent high score saving, configurable game settings, direct-boot options, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support while retaining the original arcade hardware.
This HighScoreSaves kit installs at the original board's 8088 processor location. It is an upgrade for compatible original Gottlieb hardware rather than a replacement JAMMA board, reproduction PCB, or software-emulation system.
Q*bert • Q*bert Qubes • FHMC Q*bert • Mello Yello Q*bert • 7-11 Q*bert
Q*bert Multigame Kit Highlights
Play Q*bert, Q*bert Qubes, FHMC Q*bert, Mello Yello Q*bert, and 7-11 Q*bert.
Q*bert saves the Top 23 scores and Q*bert Qubes saves the Top 20 scores.
Start from the multigame menu or boot directly into a selected included title.
Choose local score saving or add optional online leaderboard submission.
Choose Your Q*bert Multigame Kit Configuration
Select either a Standard Save Kit for local score and settings storage or a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit that adds qualifying online score submission to the HighScoreSaves leaderboard.
Processor and compatible 40-pin 8088 socket options may also be selected when needed for documented compatible original Gottlieb hardware.
Q*bert Multigame Features
- Five Games: Q*bert, Q*bert Qubes, FHMC Q*bert, Mello Yello Q*bert, and 7-11 Q*bert
- Permanent High Score Saving: Q*bert saves the Top 23 scores and Q*bert Qubes saves the Top 20 scores
- Serial EEPROM Storage: Scores and supported settings are retained locally without batteries
- Free Play: Start supported games without inserting coins while retaining normal Coin-Up operation
- Game Menu and Direct Boot: Start from the multigame menu or boot directly into an included title
- Attract Sounds: Selectable at 25%, 50%, or 100% of attract cycles
- Menu-Driven Settings: Supported DIP and operator settings can be adjusted on-screen
- ROM Saver: Designated original program ROMs may be removed when installed according to the guide
- Backup and Restore: Save and restore supported high-score tables
- Separate Score Tables: Independent score tables are supported for 2, 3, 4, or 5 lives settings
- God Mode: Practice with unlimited lives while score saving is disabled
- Q*bert Qubes Support: Includes documented cocktail-mode and knocker options
- Joystick Initial Entry: Joystick Up can be used for initials and supported level selection
- 7-11 Q*bert Graphics: Includes alternate promotional artwork and graphics
- Optional Wi-Fi: Submit qualifying scores online while continuing to save supported scores locally
Five Q*bert Family Games on One Original PCB
Q*bert
The original Gottlieb pyramid-jumping arcade game and the foundation of the Q*bert series.
Q*bert Qubes
The puzzle-focused sequel featuring rotating cubes and a different strategy from the original game.
FHMC Q*bert
Faster, Harder, More Challenging Q*bert provides a more demanding variation for experienced players.
Mello Yello Q*bert
A promotional Q*bert variation featuring alternate branding and presentation.
7-11 Q*bert
A promotional Q*bert variation featuring alternate graphics and artwork.
High Score Saving and Free Play
The kit stores supported high-score tables using serial EEPROM storage, so no battery is required to retain saved scores. Q*bert stores the Top 23 scores, while Q*bert Qubes stores the Top 20 scores.
Free Play allows supported games to start without inserting coins while normal Coin-Up operation remains available for cabinets that continue to use quarters, tokens, or the original coin-door controls.
Game Menu, Direct Boot, and On-Screen Settings
Configure the kit to start at the Q*bert Multigame menu or boot directly into any included title. Direct boot allows the cabinet to operate more like a dedicated single-game machine while retaining access to the other games when desired.
Supported gameplay and operator settings are available through on-screen menus, reducing the need to repeatedly open the cabinet for common configuration changes.
Q*bert Multigame Installation Requirements
- Original PCB: Designed for documented compatible original Gottlieb Q*bert arcade PCBs
- 8088 Processor: The documented 8088 CPU location must use a compatible 40-pin socket
- Already Socketed: No soldering, trace cutting, special wiring, or permanent PCB modification is required when the processor location is already properly socketed
- Soldered CPU: If the original 8088 is soldered directly to the PCB, a compatible 40-pin socket must be installed before fitting the kit
- ROM Saver: Remove only the designated program ROMs identified in the installation guide
- Before Power-Up: Confirm Pin 1 orientation, daughterboard seating, socket condition, ROM locations, and processor-pin alignment
Standard Save Kit vs. Wi-Fi Enabled Kit
A Standard Save Kit stores supported scores and settings locally on the arcade PCB. Wi-Fi is not required for normal gameplay, Free Play, Coin-Up operation, the Game Menu, direct boot, ROM Saver, Backup and Restore, God Mode, or supported Qubes features.
A Wi-Fi Enabled Kit adds qualifying online score submission to the HighScoreSaves global leaderboard while retaining local score saving.
Q*bert Multigame Kit FAQ
Does this kit require an original Gottlieb Q*bert PCB?
Yes. The kit is designed for documented compatible original Gottlieb Q*bert arcade PCBs and is not a replacement arcade board.
Does the 8088 processor need to be socketed?
Yes. The documented 8088 processor location must use a compatible 40-pin socket before the multigame daughterboard can be installed.
Do I need to solder anything?
No soldering is required when the documented 8088 processor location is already properly socketed. If the CPU is soldered directly to the PCB, a compatible socket must be installed first.
Which games are included?
Q*bert, Q*bert Qubes, FHMC Q*bert, Mello Yello Q*bert, and 7-11 Q*bert.
How many high scores are saved?
Q*bert saves the Top 23 scores and Q*bert Qubes saves the Top 20 scores.
Can I use both Free Play and normal coin operation?
Yes. Supported games can use Free Play while normal Coin-Up operation remains available for cabinets that continue to use coins or tokens.
What is the difference between Standard and Wi-Fi?
Standard kits save supported scores and settings locally. Wi-Fi Enabled kits add qualifying online leaderboard submission while retaining local score saving.
Does the kit support cocktail cabinets?
The kit supports documented compatible upright and cocktail configurations, including supported Q*bert Qubes cocktail operation.
What does ROM Saver do?
ROM Saver allows designated original program ROMs to be removed when the kit is installed according to the Q*bert Multigame installation guide.
Need to Verify Your Original Q*bert Hardware?
Review the Q*bert Multigame hardware compatibility and original-PCB upgrade guide before ordering if you are unsure which Gottlieb board or processor configuration is installed in your cabinet.
View Q*bert Multigame Arcade PCB Upgrade GuideQ*bert Multigame Resources
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1 review
May 17, 2026 12:23 PM
Must have kit for Qbert
Love the Qbert Qubes! Great menu and easy to change settings