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VS Nintendo Unisystem Upright Multigame Kit

Upgrade documented compatible original Nintendo VS Unisystem Upright arcade hardware with a multigame system that supports up to eight Nintendo VS titles from one daughtercard and optional expansion for supported dual-side installations.

This kit runs on the original Nintendo VS PCB hardware and preserves authentic game timing, controls, sound, and video. It is not an emulator, reproduction PCB, or generic multicade replacement.

Original Nintendo VS Hardware  •  8 Games Per Daughtercard  •  Expandable Design  •  No Emulation

Compatibility & Requirements

Cabinet: Designed specifically for documented compatible original Nintendo VS Unisystem Upright cabinets
Original PCB: Requires compatible original Nintendo VS arcade PCB hardware
CPU & PPU: You must supply compatible CPU and PPU hardware for each installed daughtercard
Supported PPU References: Current Game Pak selections are listed for 0001, 0002, 0003, 0004, and 2C03B
Game Capacity: One daughtercard supports up to eight games; supported dual-side configurations can provide up to sixteen total
Control Panel: The documented shortcuts require a Nintendo VS control panel with two joysticks

CPU, PPU, and Game Pak Selection

This kit includes the Game Pak matched to your selected PPU. Game availability depends on the PPU installed on the original Nintendo VS PCB.

Current selections support PPU references 0001, 0002, 0003, 0004, and 2C03B.

You must supply your own compatible CPU and PPU. A two-daughtercard installation requires two CPUs and two PPUs.

Nintendo VS. UniSystem Game Paks by PPU

Select the Game Pak that matches the PPU installed on your Nintendo VS. UniSystem PCB. Each daughtercard supports up to 8 games. Available games vary by PPU and by Standard or With Gun configuration.

PPU 0001

Standard Mighty Bomb Jack, Pinball, Battle City, Excitebike, SMB, Skate Kid, Mach Rider, Tetris
With Gun Mighty Bomb Jack, Battle City, Excitebike, SMB, Mach Rider, Tetris, Hogan's Alley, Duck Hunt

PPU 0002

Standard Mighty Bomb Jack, Excitebike, SMB, Slalom, Tetris, Battle City, Mach Rider, Golf
With Gun Mighty Bomb Jack, Battle City, Excitebike, SMB, Slalom, Tetris, Hogan's Alley, Duck Hunt

PPU 0003

Standard Mighty Bomb Jack, Excitebike, SMB, Pinball, Tetris, Battle City, Skate Kid, Soccer
With Gun Mighty Bomb Jack, Battle City, Excitebike, SMB, Soccer, Tetris, Hogan's Alley, Duck Hunt

PPU 0004

Standard Excitebike, SMB, Clu Clu Land, Tetris, Battle City, Skate Kid, Ice Climber, Pinball
With Gun Clu Clu Land, Ice Climber, Excitebike, SMB, Tetris, Mighty Bomb Jack, Hogan's Alley, Duck Hunt

PPU 2C03B

Standard Ninja Jajamaru Kun, Excitebike, SMB, Star Luster, Tetris, Battle City, Skate Kid, Mighty Bomb Jack
With Gun Ninja Jajamaru Kun, Excitebike, SMB, Star Luster, Tetris, Mighty Bomb Jack, Hogan's Alley, Duck Hunt

Single or Dual Daughtercard Configuration

Single Daughtercard Supports up to eight selected games using one compatible CPU, one compatible PPU, and one matching Game Pak.
Dual Daughtercard Supports expanded configurations with up to sixteen total games. Two compatible CPUs and two PPUs are required.

VS Nintendo Unisystem Multigame Features

8 Games Per Daughtercard

Play up to eight supported Nintendo VS arcade titles from one installed daughtercard.

Expandable Design

Add an optional second daughtercard for supported dual-side configurations.

On-Panel Game Switching

Change supported games using the cabinet controls without opening the machine.

Original Nintendo Hardware

Runs supported titles on original Nintendo VS PCB hardware with authentic timing, video, sound, and controls.

Control-Panel Shortcuts

Change Games Hold Player 2 and move the left-side joystick left or right to change supported games.
Coin-Up Shortcut Hold Player 1 + Button A.
Change Board Side Hold Player 1 and move the joystick left for Side B or right for Side A.

Excitebike Support

Excitebike is currently included in supported Game Pak selections for PPU references 0001, 0002, 0003, 0004, and 2C03B.

The remainder of the selected eight-game collection varies by PPU and whether you choose a Standard or gun-game Game Pak.

Gun-Game Support

Supported gun-game configurations can use:

  • Original Nintendo VS gun
  • HAPP 45 without an adapter
  • NES Zapper with the required adapter

Gun games require the optional second daughtercard on this Unisystem product.

Important Installation Requirements

1. Confirm VS Unisystem Hardware

Verify the cabinet is an original Nintendo VS Unisystem Upright using documented compatible VS PCB hardware.

2. Identify the PPU

Record the PPU reference before selecting the Game Pak.

3. Supply the CPU and PPU

One compatible CPU and PPU are required for each installed daughtercard.

4. Remove the Documented Program EPROMs

The multigame hardware allows the documented original EPROMs to be removed so the selected Game Pak titles can be used.

5. Follow Daughtercard and Ribbon-Cable Orientation

Confirm all CPU, PPU, edge-connector, ribbon-cable, and board orientation details before restoring power.

6. Check Game-Specific DIP Settings

Certain titles, including Tetris, require correct original hardware DIP color-palette settings.

VS Nintendo Unisystem Multigame Kit FAQ

Which cabinet is this kit for?

It is specifically designed for documented compatible original Nintendo VS Unisystem Upright cabinets.

How many games can I play?

One daughtercard supports up to eight games. Supported dual configurations can provide up to sixteen total games.

Do I supply my own CPU and PPU?

Yes. You must provide a compatible CPU and PPU for each installed daughtercard.

Does Excitebike work with this kit?

Yes. Excitebike appears in the currently listed Game Pak selections for PPU 0001, 0002, 0003, 0004, and 2C03B.

Can I play gun games?

Yes. Gun-game configurations support original VS guns, HAPP 45, or an NES Zapper with the required adapter. Gun games require the optional second daughtercard.

How do I switch between Side A and Side B?

Hold Player 1 and move the joystick left for Side B or right for Side A.

Does this kit include Wi-Fi or permanent HighScoreSaves score saving?

Those features are not currently listed as part of this VS Nintendo Unisystem product.

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