1. Animated or filmed sequences in a video game that advance the story or provide narrative context, typically played automatically without player control.
Usage: plural form; video game terminology; also written as 'cut scenes' or 'cut-scenes'

Examples

• The game features impressive cutscenes that rival Hollywood productions.
• Players can skip the cutscenes if they want to get straight to gameplay.
• The cutscenes between levels help explain the main character's motivations.
• Many modern games use cutscenes to tell complex stories.
• The opening cutscenes set up the conflict for the entire game.