1. a sequence in a video game in which the player loses control and watches a pre-recorded or scripted scene that advances the story or provides context
Usage: gaming; also written as 'cut scene' or 'cut-scene'

Examples

• The cutscene at the beginning of the game introduced the main villain.
• After defeating the boss, a cutscene played showing the character's victory.
• Players complained that the cutscenes were too long and interrupted gameplay.
• The game features several cutscenes that develop the plot between missions.
• You can skip the cutscene if you've already watched it before.
• The cutscene graphics were almost as detailed as the in-game visuals.