7 Failed Consoles That Were Actually Ahead of Their Time

2. Atari Jaguar: The 64-bit Visionary

The Atari Jaguar, released in 1993, promised to deliver a 64-bit gaming experience at a time when its competitors were still operating at 16 or 32 bits. It was marketed as a technological powerhouse, capable of producing superior graphics and sound. However, the console's complex architecture proved challenging for developers, resulting in a limited library of games that failed to showcase its potential. Despite its commercial shortcomings, the Jaguar's emphasis on high-performance hardware foreshadowed the industry's ongoing pursuit of more powerful gaming systems, influencing how consoles are designed with developers in mind.