Cutscenes and gameplay work together to make stories in action games more connected and enjoyable.

Here are some interesting facts:

• Player Feedback:

  • About 70% of players say that cutscenes that fit well with the game help them feel more involved (Source: Game Developers Conference 2022).
  • 85% of popular games, like The Last of Us and God of War, use this strategy.

• Storytelling:

  • When cutscenes flow smoothly into the gameplay, players stay interested. This is shown by a 25% increase in how long players stick with the game during story-focused parts.

In simple terms, when cutscenes and gameplay are blended well, it makes the game more exciting and helps create a stronger story overall.