Paths of Glory review

Paths of Glory is the pick for wargamers who want all of World War I on one map. Designed by Ted Raicer and first published in 1999, it puts one player in charge of the Central Powers, using interior lines and the German army, and the other in charge of the Entente, bringing greater numbers to bear. Each turn covers 3 months on a point-to-point map of armies and corps. The Deluxe Edition has a double-sided 22 x 34 inch mounted map with both the classic map and the historical scenario map used in competitive play, 316 counters, and 110 core strategy cards plus 20 optional cards from the Player's Guide. GMT lists a regular price of $88 and a P500 preorder price of $57. The catch is timing: the 3rd printing showed Not there yet when we checked, so you are ordering ahead. It is also a long, rules-heavy game for two.

Who it is for

Strategy wargamers who want the full First World War

Price

$88 regular price, $57 P500 preorder price at GMT Games; not yet shipping.

Regular Price: $88.00 P500 Price: $57.00
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 11, 2026.

Key features

• Covers 1914 to 1918, with Central Powers against the Entente
• 22 x 34 inch double-sided mounted map with classic and historical scenario sides
• 316 die-cut counters
• 110 core strategy cards and 20 optional cards
• Turns of 3 months on a point-to-point map of armies and corps

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Covers the entire war in Europe and the Middle East
• Strength: Includes the extra counters and cards from the Player's Guide
• Strength: P500 preorder price of $57 is $31 below the regular price
• Weakness: Status was Not there yet, so the new printing has not shipped
• Weakness: Two players only
• Weakness: Long rules and a long game

Key facts

• Publisher: GMT Games
• Designer: Ted Raicer
• First published: 1999
• Time scale: 3 months per turn
• Status: Preorder (P500), not yet shipping

Where it ranks

Paths of Glory is No. 8 in our Best Military Board Games verdict.