Cut scene

A cut scene or cutscene is a sequence in a video game over which the player has no control. Cut scenes are used to advance the plot, present character development, and provide background information, atmosphere, dialogue and clues. Cut scenes can either be animated or use live action footage.

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Video game - Player - Animated - Live action

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The earliest video game known to make use of cutscenes as an extensive and integral part of the game was LucasArts' Maniac Mansion, created by Ron Gilbert, which was released in 1987 and renowned for several other innovations as well. Since then, cutscenes have been part of many video games, especially in the RPG genre.

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LucasArts - Maniac Mansion - Ron Gilbert - 1987 - RPG

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Cut scenes are sometimes also referred by other terms such as cinematics or in game movies. Cut scenes that are streamed from a video file are sometimes also referred to as full motion video or FMV.

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