Personal Software Services

Personal Software Services (PSS) was a British software development company founded in 1981 by David Lester and Ian Hetherington. The company gained recognition for producing a variety of successful games, including titles like Jet Set Willy and Manic Miner, both of which were created by the legendary game designer Matthew Smith. These games were critical and commercial successes and became iconic in the history of early home computer gaming.

PSS faced financial challenges, and in the mid-1980s, it went through a series of changes, including mergers and acquisitions. Ultimately, the company underwent a transformation and was acquired by Mirrorsoft in 1987.