The History of Consoles

Atari Jaguar


The Atari Jaguar console shown with the standard controller.

Photo: Evan-Amos


Released: November 23, 1993

The Atari Jaguar is a home video game console developed by Atari Corporation. (wikipedia)

Details:

  • Name for Console: Atari Jaguar
  • Alias: None
  • Year Released: 1993
  • Discontinued: 1996
  • Developer: Atari Corporation
  • Product Family: Atari
  • Generation Number: 5th Generation
  • Backward Compatibility: No
  • Specifications:
    • CPU: Custom 32-bit RISC processor
    • GPU: Custom 64-bit graphics processor
    • Memory: 2 MB RAM
    • Storage: Cartridges
    • Display Formats: 480i
    • Sound: Stereo
    • Controller Input: Atari Jaguar Controller
    • Extra: First 64-bit console, Virtual Reality (VR) add-on
  • Units Sold: Less than 150,000 units (As of 2021)
  • Predecessor: Atari 7800
  • Successor: None
  • Company Website: Atari Jaguar