Actually, JJ2 was more of a sleeper hit; they didn't believe it would really rake in as many sales as it did, as 3D was becoming more of a standard at the time, and it would probably be overlooked. They didn't necessarily lose any money; actually, they probably made a good profit off of it. However, it just wasn't enough for the average game. Jazz Jackrabbit 2 is still mentioned for still surviving in an industry now rendered in 3-D, but that's about it as of now.