ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Cutscene

Hey kiddo, have you ever played a video game or watched a movie and seen those parts where the characters aren't playable or there's no control, and it's like you're watching a short movie? Well, those are called cutscenes! They are little breaks where the story or action pauses for a moment so the game or movie can show you what's happening in a more cinematic way.

Think of it like a book with pictures. Cutscenes help tell the story while giving your eyes and brain a little rest from the game's action. It's like watching a cartoon where the characters are telling a story that you get to watch, but you can't control anything until it's over.

So, next time you play a video game or watch a movie, remember that cutscenes are like little mini movies tucked inside the bigger story. Cool, huh?
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