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Atari Jaguar · Racing / Sports
Checkered Flag
Deep cut
| System | Atari Jaguar |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 |
| Genre | Racing, Sports, Simulation |
| Developer | Rebellion |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Atari Jaguar in 1994, Checkered Flag is a racing game developed by Rebellion and published by Atari. It blends racing, sports and simulation elements.
It came out in the Jaguar's second year on the market. Other notable Jaguar releases from 1994 include Doom, Wolfenstein 3D and Tempest 2000. Among the 6 Jaguar racing games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
Rebellion also made Alien vs Predator and Skyhammer for the Jaguar.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the Jaguar hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a story or exploration rather than laps
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Checkered Flag is like
Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.
Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.
Checkered Flag walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Checkered Flag.
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Playing Jaguar games today
Original Jaguar games are scarce and expensive, and the controller's phone-style keypad takes getting used to. Several titles have resurfaced in modern compilations and re-releases.
Checkered Flag FAQ
When did Checkered Flag come out on the Jaguar?
Checkered Flag was released for the Atari Jaguar in 1994.
Who made Checkered Flag?
It was developed by Rebellion and published by Atari.
Is Checkered Flag multiplayer?
No. Checkered Flag is a single-player game.
How long does Checkered Flag take to play?
As a racing game, Checkered Flag typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Checkered Flag on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.