Mike Dailly (game designer)

Mike Dailly is a Scottish video game designer, programmer, and director known for his significant contributions to the creation of the Lemmings series and the Grand Theft Auto franchise, particularly its earlier 2D iterations. He is credited as one of the original creators of Lemmings while working at DMA Design (later Rockstar North).

Dailly's career began in the 1980s, working on various games for the Commodore 64 and Amiga platforms. His involvement with DMA Design saw him play a crucial role in the development of innovative gameplay mechanics and technical aspects of Lemmings, contributing to its widespread success and establishing it as a landmark puzzle game.

Following the success of Lemmings, Dailly continued to work at DMA Design/Rockstar North, becoming heavily involved in the early Grand Theft Auto games. He contributed to the programming and design of Grand Theft Auto, Grand Theft Auto 2, and Grand Theft Auto III, helping to establish the franchise's signature open-world gameplay and often controversial content.

After his time at Rockstar North, Dailly has worked on a variety of independent projects and continues to be involved in the games industry. He remains a respected figure in the field, recognized for his innovative work and influence on the development of iconic video game franchises.