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Rygar Free Play and High Score Save Kit for Tecmo Arcade PCBs
Upgrade your original Rygar arcade PCB with reliable free play, high score saving, attract sounds, and optional Wi-Fi leaderboard functionality while preserving authentic gameplay and original arcade hardware.
Designed specifically for original Tecmo hardware, this plug and play upgrade improves long-term reliability without changing gameplay timing, controls, sound, or the classic arcade experience collectors expect.
Start games without coins while still supporting Coin Up operation.
Permanently saves the Top 10 scores with initials support.
Practice with unlimited lives directly from the menu system.
Upload scores online to global arcade leaderboards.
Upgrade Your Rygar Arcade Experience
Restore and enhance your original Rygar arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Tecmo 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 Rygar one of Tecmo’s most recognizable action platform arcade games.
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 Rygar Installation Guide before installation
Included Features
- Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required
- Permanent Score Saving: Uses serial EEPROM instead of failure-prone NVRAM or batteries
- High Score Save: Stores the Top 10 scores with initials
- Copyright Selection: Switch between original manufacturer and HighScoreSaves branding
- Freeplay: Start games without coins or opening the coin door
- Coin Up: Coins and tokens still supported if desired
- Attract Sounds: Adjustable at 25%, 50%, or 100% of attract-mode rotations
- Attract Mode Protection: Helps reduce burn-in from static screens
- On-Screen DIP Settings: Menu-driven configuration without pulling out the cabinet
- ROM Saver: Optionally remove original program ROMs while the code runs from the save kit
- Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets
- Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores before or after parties
- Separate Score Tables: Different score tables for 2–4 lives settings
- God Mode: Unlimited lives for practice mode (scores will not save)
- Stealth Mode: Hold Player 1 during power-on to enter the menu system
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.
Rygar Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ
Does this kit require soldering?
No. This kit is completely plug-and-play with no soldering or board modifications required.
How many high scores are saved?
The kit saves the Top 10 scores with initials support.
Can Freeplay and Coin Up both be used?
Yes. Freeplay is fully supported and Coin Up still functions normally.
Does this kit support 2-player mode?
Yes. In Freeplay mode, both players must start together.
What is God Mode?
God Mode enables unlimited lives for practice. Scores are not saved while this mode is active.
Does it support attract sounds?
Yes. Attract sounds can be adjusted to 25%, 50%, or 100% rotation intervals.
Where can I download the installation guide?
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Z80 8-Bit Microprocessor (40-Pin CPU) The Z80 is a classic 8-bit microprocessor widely used in arcade machines from the late 1970s through the 1980s. This processor served as the main CPU in many arcade PCBs, executing game code, processing player inputs, and coordinating communication with memory, sound hardware, and video circuitry. The Z80 became one of the most popular processors in arcade hardware due to its reliability and expanded instruction set compared to earlier CPUs. Because of its widespread use, the Z80 is commonly found in a variety of classic arcade games and remains an essential component when repairing or restoring vintage arcade boards. This processor uses a standard 40-pin DIP (Dual In-line Package) and installs directly into a compatible socket on the arcade PCB. Replacing a faulty CPU can often resolve boot failures, lockups, or other operational issues in aging arcade hardware. Key Features Z80 8-bit microprocessor Standard 40-pin DIP package Common CPU used in many classic arcade PCBs Handles core game logic, timing, and system control Ideal for arcade PCB troubleshooting, repair, and restoration Used In Arcade Games Such As Donkey Kong Galaga Donkey Kong Jr. Frogger Galaxian Dig Dug Xevious …and many other classic arcade titles Installation Notes Installs into a standard 40-pin DIP socket on compatible arcade PCBs Ensure correct notch orientation when installing the CPU Recommended for technicians performing arcade board repair or restoration *Manufacturer brands or markings may vary.
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40-Pin Socket Specifications This 40-pin DIP socket is designed for reliable installation of integrated circuits and arcade daughter boards that use a standard 40-pin layout. Using a socket allows the chip or module to be easily removed or replaced without soldering directly to the PCB, helping protect the board during upgrades, repairs, or troubleshooting. Pin Pitch: 2.54 mm (0.100″) standard DIP spacing Total Pins: 40 pins arranged in two rows (2×20) Mounting Type: Through-hole (THT) for secure soldered installation Compatibility: Designed for standard 40-pin DIP integrated circuits and modules Installation Benefit: Allows ICs to be inserted or removed without repeated soldering Use Case: Ideal for arcade PCB upgrades, ROM installations, and repair work The standard 2.54 mm (0.100″) pin spacing matches the layout used on most classic arcade PCBs and DIP integrated circuits. Once soldered to the board, the socket provides a stable connection while allowing the chip to be safely inserted and removed when needed.
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Braze Space Invaders 8-in-1 Multigame Free Play and High Score Save Kit Expand a compatible original Midway black-and-white Space Invaders or Space Invaders Deluxe arcade boardset with eight games, permanent high score saving, an on-screen game menu, power-on diagnostics, interactive test functions, and Free Play on seven supported titles. This Braze Technologies kit installs through the original Intel 8080 processor socket on the Midway two-board L-shaped PCB set. No special cabinet wiring, external switches, or board modifications are required when the processor is already socketed. Eight Games Included: Space Invaders • Space Invaders Deluxe • Jatre Specter • Lunar Rescue • Space Laser • Balloon Bomber • Galaxy Wars • Super Earth Invasion Braze Technologies • Midway Black-and-White Hardware • Eight Games • Diagnostics and Test Mode View Braze Space Invaders Install Guide Compare All Space Invaders Kit Options Eight Included Games Select eight compatible games through the on-screen menu. High Score Saving Permanently retains supported high scores for all eight games. Diagnostics and Test Mode Includes automatic power-on checks and interactive board and input tests. On-Screen Configuration Adjust supported lives, bonus, scoring, and game options from the cabinet. Eight Games on Original Midway Space Invaders Hardware The Braze 8-in-1 kit adds seven additional games to a compatible Midway black-and-white Space Invaders or Space Invaders Deluxe two-board L-shaped PCB set. Press Player 1 Start and Player 2 Start together to open the on-screen game-selection menu. No external selector switch or additional cabinet wiring is required. Supported configuration options include laser-base counts, bonus settings, extended scoring on selected games, cabinet orientation, diagnostics, and interactive board and input testing. Braze Space Invaders 8-in-1 Features Eight-Game Multigame: Adds Space Invaders, Space Invaders Deluxe, Jatre Specter, Lunar Rescue, Space Laser, Balloon Bomber, Galaxy Wars, and Super Earth Invasion. On-Screen Game Selection: Press Player 1 Start and Player 2 Start simultaneously to open the game-selection menu. Permanent High Score Saving: Retains supported high scores for all eight included games after cabinet power is turned off. Free Play: Available for seven included games. Galaxy Wars does not support Free Play. On-Screen Settings: Configure supported game options without changing physical switches on the original boardset. Power-On Diagnostics: Runs automatic checks each time the cabinet is powered on. Interactive Test Mode: Provides additional board, control, and input/output testing. Extended Scoring: Adds expanded scoring support to documented games. Upright and Cocktail Support: Supports compatible Midway black-and-white upright and cocktail cabinets. No External Switches: Game selection and configuration are handled through the on-screen menus. No Special Wiring: No additional cabinet wiring is required for normal installation. Included Games Space Invaders Original Space Invaders gameplay with permanent high score saving, Free Play, supported game settings, and extended configuration options. Space Invaders Deluxe Space Invaders Deluxe with permanent high score saving, Free Play, and supported on-screen settings. Jatre Specter Jatre Specter with permanent high score saving, Free Play, and supported gameplay settings. Lunar Rescue Lunar Rescue with permanent high score saving, Free Play, and supported lives and bonus settings. Space Laser Space Laser with permanent high score saving, Free Play, and support for documented cabinet configurations. Balloon Bomber Balloon Bomber with permanent high score saving, Free Play, and supported gameplay settings. Galaxy Wars Galaxy Wars includes permanent high score saving and supported configuration options. Free Play is not supported in Galaxy Wars. Super Earth Invasion Super Earth Invasion with permanent high score saving, Free Play, and supported gameplay settings. Hardware Compatibility Supported Boardset: Compatible original Midway black-and-white Space Invaders or Space Invaders Deluxe two-board L-shaped PCB set Processor Requirement: Original Intel 8080 processor from the Midway boardset CPU Socket Requirement: The 8080 processor must be installed in a compatible socket Cabinet Compatibility: Compatible Midway black-and-white upright and cocktail cabinets Cabinet Orientation: Upright or cocktail behavior depends on the original boardset strapping and cabinet configuration Cocktail Screen Flipping: Original cocktail cabinets use monitor relays and yoke-wire switching to change player orientation Not Compatible: This product is not designed for the Taito color Space Invaders variant Cabinet Access: Access to the original two-board PCB set is required during installation Verify the Boardset and 8080 Socket Before Ordering This Braze kit is specifically for the Midway black-and-white two-board L-shaped Space Invaders and Space Invaders Deluxe boardset. It is not interchangeable with the Braze Taito color version. Inspect the Intel 8080 processor before installation. If it is soldered directly to the PCB, a qualified arcade technician must remove the processor and install a compatible socket before the kit can be used. Installation Requirements Installation Difficulty: Easy when the original Intel 8080 processor is already socketed Soldering Required: No, when the original 8080 is already installed in a compatible socket If the 8080 Is Soldered: A qualified arcade technician must remove it and install a compatible socket before the kit can be used Installation Process: The original 8080 processor is transferred to the Braze daughterboard, and the assembled daughterboard is installed in the vacated CPU socket Special Wiring: No special cabinet wiring or external game-selection switch is required Installation Guide: Download the Braze Space Invaders Installation Guide PDF Installation Overview Turn off and unplug the cabinet before accessing the Midway Space Invaders two-board PCB set. Locate the Intel 8080 processor and confirm that it is installed in a compatible socket. Carefully remove the original 8080 processor from the arcade PCB. Install the original 8080 into the socket on the Braze daughterboard, observing the correct Pin 1 orientation. Install the assembled daughterboard into the vacated 8080 socket on the original board. Confirm processor and daughterboard orientation before restoring power. Power on the cabinet and verify operation using the installation guide. Press Player 1 Start and Player 2 Start together to open the game menu. Product Scope This product is the Braze Space Invaders 8-in-1 Multigame Kit for the Midway black-and-white boardset. It is separate from the HighScoreSaves 10-game Space Invaders kit, the Braze Space Invaders Deluxe product, and the Braze Taito color Space Invaders kit. Verify the original PCB type before selecting between these products. Braze Space Invaders 8-in-1 FAQ Which Space Invaders boardsets are supported? The kit supports compatible original Midway black-and-white Space Invaders and Space Invaders Deluxe two-board L-shaped PCB sets. Does it work on the Taito color Space Invaders board? No. The Taito color version requires the separate Braze Taito Space Invaders product. Which games are included? Space Invaders, Space Invaders Deluxe, Jatre Specter, Lunar Rescue, Space Laser, Balloon Bomber, Galaxy Wars, and Super Earth Invasion. How is the game-selection menu opened? Press Player 1 Start and Player 2 Start simultaneously. Does every game support Free Play? No. Seven games support Free Play. Galaxy Wars requires coin operation. Are high scores saved for every included game? Yes. The kit permanently saves supported high scores for all eight games. Does the kit include diagnostics? Yes. It includes automatic power-on diagnostics and an interactive test mode for additional board and input testing. Will it work in a cocktail cabinet? Yes, when installed in a compatible Midway black-and-white cocktail cabinet. Upright or cocktail behavior depends on the original cabinet strapping and monitor-relay configuration. Does installation require soldering? No soldering is required when the original Intel 8080 processor is already socketed. If it is soldered directly to the PCB, a qualified arcade technician must install a compatible socket first. Where can I download the installation guide? Download the Braze Space Invaders Installation Guide PDF Manufactured by Braze Technologies and sold and supported by HighScoreSaves for collectors, operators, restorers, and original Midway Space Invaders hardware enthusiasts. Braze Space Invaders Resources 1. Braze Space Invaders Installation Guide PDF 2. Compare All Space Invaders Kit Options 3. HighScoreSaves YouTube Channel
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Upgrade Your Space Duel Arcade Experience Restore and enhance your original Space Duel arcade machine with a professionally designed Free Play and High Score Save Kit built specifically for authentic Atari vector 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 vector arcade feel that made Space Duel one of Atari’s most recognizable color vector shooters. 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 6502 required: Install a 40-pin socket if your processor is soldered directly to the PCB Review the Space Duel Installation Guide before installing Included Features Easy Installation: No soldering, board modifications, or special wiring required Permanent Score Saving: Uses serial EEPROM instead of batteries or NVRAM High Score Save: Saves the Top 10 scores with initials Attract Sounds: Adjustable at 25%, 50%, or 100% of attract rotation Freeplay Mode: No more coins or opening the coin door Coin-Up Support: Continue using quarters or tokens if desired Attract Mode Protection: Helps reduce vector monitor burn-in by minimizing static screens Copyright Selection: Choose original manufacturer or HighScoreSaves branding On-Screen DIP Settings: Menu-driven configuration with no cabinet access needed ROM Saver: Remove original program ROMs while the program runs directly from the kit Cabinet Compatibility: Works in Upright and Cocktail cabinets Backup and Restore: Save and restore high scores anytime Reset Button: Restart the game without powering off when enabled through the menu Separate Score Tables: Independent high-score tables for 2, 3, 4, and 5 lives Fast Boot: Skip lengthy initialization sequences Stealth Mode: Boots directly into gameplay mode Installation Information Installation Difficulty: Easy Soldering Required: No, if CPU is socketed Processor Requirement: Requires a 6502 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 Space Duel Free Play and High Score Save Kit FAQ Do I need to solder anything? No. This kit is fully plug-and-play with no board modifications required. Does it save high scores permanently? Yes. Scores are stored in EEPROM and remain saved when powered off. How many high scores are saved? The Top 10 scores with initials are saved permanently. Does it support attract sounds? Yes. Enable attract sounds at 25%, 50%, or 100% rotation frequency. Can I use Freeplay mode? Yes. Freeplay mode is fully supported. Does Coin-Up still work? Yes. Coin-Up continues working normally if desired. Does it support Upright and Cocktail cabinets? Yes. Compatible with both cabinet styles. What is Stealth Mode? Stealth Mode boots directly into gameplay while skipping menu screens. What CPU is required? 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