The Great War: 1914-1918

About

The Great War: 1914-1918 is a turn-based strategy game set during World War I. Players alternate between moving units and launching attacks on a split-screen battlefield, with optional animated sequences showing combat outcomes. Terrain directly impacts unit effectiveness, while damage dealt boosts a unit’s experience level, increasing its accuracy and power. Different unit types offer varied weapon ranges and movement styles, with new air and naval forces introduced as the war progresses. Maps include repair depots and factories to sustain your forces, and seasonal shifts alter terrain conditions mid-game. The split-screen format and simultaneous action create a tense back-and-forth rarely seen in older strategy titles. A 1992 release that still impresses for its layered tactics and historical context, it’s often cited in retro strategy circles for its balance of depth and accessibility. Community ratings hover around 8.5/10, with praise for the evolving unit roster and how seasons reshape late-game strategies. The experience scaling and resource management ensure no two matches play the same.