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Radarscope Free Play and High Score Save Kit

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Radar Scope Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Nintendo Arcade PCBs

Upgrade your original Radar Scope arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, initials entry, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware.

Designed specifically for original Nintendo 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
Free Play

Start games without coins while still supporting Coin Up operation.

High Score Saving

Permanently saves the Top 5 scores with initials support.

8 Character Initial Entry

Enter up to 8 characters for personalized high-score entries.

Optional Wi-Fi

Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards.

Upgrade Your Radar Scope Arcade Experience

Restore and enhance your original Radar Scope arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Nintendo 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 Radar Scope one of Nintendo’s earliest dedicated arcade releases.

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.

Available Kit Options

Build your kit exactly how you want it. Choose between a Wi-Fi Enabled Kit or a Standard Save Kit.

Optional processor and socket upgrades are also available to simplify installation on original hardware.

Important Installation Notes

  • Socketed Z80 Required: Install a 40-pin socket if your Z80 processor is soldered directly to the PCB
  • Read the Radar Scope Installation Guide before installing the kit

Included Features

  • Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required
  • Permanent Score Saving: Uses reliable EEPROM instead of failure-prone NVRAM or batteries
  • High Score Save: Stores the Top 5 scores with initials
  • Initial Entry: Enter up to 8 characters for initials
  • Free Play: Start games without coins or opening the coin door
  • Coin Up: Coins and tokens still supported if desired
  • Attract Mode Protection: Helps reduce burn-in by eliminating static screens
  • Menu-Driven DIP Settings: Change settings directly through the on-screen menu
  • ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs to save power
  • Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets
  • Backup and Restore: Save and restore highscores later for parties or events

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

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.

Radar Scope Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ

Do I need to solder anything?

No. This kit is completely plug-and-play with no soldering or board modifications required.

Does it save high scores permanently?

Yes. Scores are stored in EEPROM and do not require batteries.

How many scores are saved?

The kit saves the Top 5 scores with initials support.

Does it allow initials entry?

Yes. You can enter up to 8 characters for initials.

Can I enable Free Play?

Yes. Free Play is fully supported so coins are no longer required.

Does it support Coin Up mode?

Yes. Coins and tokens are still supported if desired.

Does it help reduce screen burn-in?

Yes. The attract mode helps prevent burn-in by removing static screens.

Will it work in all cabinet types?

Yes. Works in both Upright and Cocktail cabinets.

Where can I download the installation guide?

Radar Scope Installation Guide PDF

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HighScoreSaves Galaga Free Play and High Score Save Kit Upgrade a compatible original Midway, Namco, or documented Galaga-compatible arcade PCB with Free Play, permanent Top 5 score and initials saving, eight-digit scoring, selectable firing speeds, Auto Fire, a Level 255 fix, menu-driven settings, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard support. This HighScoreSaves daughterboard operates on the original Galaga arcade hardware without emulation. Standard Galaga gameplay remains available, while Auto Fire and alternate shooting-speed settings can be enabled only when those optional features are desired. Original Arcade Hardware • No Emulation • Top 5 Scores and Initials • Optional Wi-Fi View Galaga Installation Guide Free Play Start games without coins while retaining optional coin operation. Scores and Initials Permanently stores the Top 5 scores and qualifying player initials. Gameplay Options Includes Auto Fire, four firing speeds, eight-digit scoring, and the Level 255 fix. 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