Cinderlight Games

Putting Roleplaying Back in TTRPGS

Cinderlight Games is an independent tabletop RPG studio dedicated to cinematic, player-driven storytelling. Our games bring immersive worlds, streamlined mechanics, and deep roleplay to the forefront. Whether you're exploring the anime inspired dark fantasy of Fatefully Tragic Hero, surviving the psychological horror of Fade to Black, or diving into the high-stakes espionage of O.A.R., our systems put the story in your hands.

You can support us by playtesting our games, joining our community, and following us on social media.

Games

Cover of "Fatefully Tragic Hero Core Rule Book" depicting anime silhouettes of standing figures on a hill with skulls, under a dramatic sky.
"Fade to Black" core rulebook cover with text "When the light dims, the horror begins" and creator credit to Jordan Schmidt.
O.A.R classified document cover for a spy-themed tabletop roleplaying game, featuring top secret warnings and game details by Jordan Schmidt and Simone Alicea.
Fatefully Tragic Hero: Concept Art of Aetheria
Fatefully Tragic Hero: Plot Armor
Fatefully Tragic Hero: Emotional Resonance Bonds
Fade to Black illustration in Black and white of a person running from a monstrous figure with chains in a store aisle.
Fade to Black Action Roll illustrating a person exploring abandoned supermarket with flashlight, dark and eerie atmosphere, empty shelves and shopping cart, broken ceiling
Black and white illustration of a small town called Kyah Peak which is the setting in Fade to Black. A street with vintage buildings and cars, a clock tower, utility poles, and a forest background. The words 'KYAH PEAK' appear in the top left corner.

BLOG & Updates

Blog & Updates
Developer Blog: March 2nd, 2025 - New Paths in Development!

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Cinderlight Games Developer Blog: March 1, 2025
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Upcoming events

  • Fatefully Tragic Hero at Gary Con

    03.21.25
    4:00-7:50 PM
    7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

    Join Cody Siemiatkowski at Gary Con in Lake Geneva, WI, for Fatefully Tragic Hero. Don’t miss this anime-inspired TTRPG at the Chicago Indie RPG Showcase! Limited Seats Available

  • Fatefully Tragic Hero Playtest at Is/Was Brewing

    03.26.25
    7:30-10:00 PM
    5121 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

    Join us for an exclusive playtest of Fatefully Tragic Hero—a dark fantasy, anime-inspired TTRPG—on Tuesday, March 26th, at 7:30 PM at Is/Was Brewing in Chicago. Be the first to experience a never-before-seen adventure debuting at Gen Con 2025 and help shape the game’s future.

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  • Fade to Black at Is/Was Brewing

    04.30.25
    7:30-10:00 PM
    5121 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

    Join us for an exclusive playtest of Fade to Black—a tense, horror-themed TTRPG—on Wednesday, April 30th, 2025, at 7:30 PM at Is/Was Brewing in Chicago. Be the first to experience a brand-new adventure and help shape the game’s final design.

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