In 1941: Race to Moscow, players take the roles of chiefs of staff (or quartermasters) of three massive Army Groups, formed from close to 200 divisions, aiming at three targets in the Soviet Union: Moscow, Leningrad, and Rostov. The campaign was planned to be swift and daring, with a goal to reach the objectives before winter.

To help all the players to have the games under control, PHALANX will provide the 1941: Race to Moscow Giant Playing Mat, an expansion that contains 1 giant eco-leather playing mat, printed on one side (1260×840 mm, 2 mm thick) with enlarged playing areas for easier gameplay.

With this essential game component, the game will always be well organized, and all players can plan their moves and actions with perfect knowledge of the current game state.