After numerous business ventures fail, Molyneux establishes Taurus Impex, initially intended as a company exporting baked beans to the Middle East. However, he accidentally demonstrates a database management system he created himself to Commodore and is offered a deal to sell it. He decides to start creating games.

Molyneux co-founds Bullfrog Productions with Les Edgar. This marks the true beginning of his career as a serious video game designer and developer.

Bullfrog gains recognition for innovative and unique games such as "Populous" (1989), the first 'god game', and "Powermonger" (1990).

Bullfrog releases "Syndicate", a cyberpunk-themed isometric shooter that showcases the company's ability to create distinct and immersive game worlds. It is a critical and commercial success.

Bullfrog continues its success with "Theme Park", a management simulation game that becomes a bestseller and further cements the company's reputation for innovation.

Electronic Arts acquires Bullfrog Productions. Molyneux continues to work at Bullfrog under EA's ownership.

Bullfrog releases "Dungeon Keeper", a strategy game that subverts typical heroic tropes by casting the player as a dungeon lord. Its dark humor and innovative gameplay become iconic.