11 Modern Tabletop Games Perfect for Your Next Game Night

8. Pandemic – Modern Cooperative Classic

Pandemic isn’t just a board game—it kicked off the modern co-op craze. You and your team of specialists are racing to contain deadly outbreaks, coordinate research, and ultimately save humanity. Communication is essential, stakes are high, and the final turns always come down to just a card or two. Legacy editions offer evolving campaigns with permanent changes and mystery packs, while spin-offs and expansions keep the formula fresh. With a quick teach and variable difficulty settings, Pandemic is equally at home with strategists and casual crews. If you want a game that brings people together (and gets everyone talking strategy long after it ends), Pandemic is a can't-miss modern classic.