Learning center
Learn game cutscene design with CutScene
equips narrative teams with workflows for in-engine cinematics and lore-driven storytelling.
Why it matters
Why creators learn game cutscene design
equips narrative teams with workflows for in-engine cinematics and lore-driven storytelling.
Game studios experiment with AI-driven camera paths and character performances before animating final shots.
Key outcomes
- Prototype sequences without tying up engine resources.
- Keep lore, dialogue, and gameplay transitions perfectly aligned.
- Iterate on branching narratives faster with shared context.
Process
Step-by-step guide to game cutscene design
CutScene's professional video editor is completely free—you only pay for AI generation. Follow this guide to master the workflow.
Sync CutScene boards with your engine of choice so animators can implement story beats quickly.
Suggested steps
- Outline quest beats and emotional arcs inside CutScene.
- Generate previs shots and dialogue variations with AI models.
- Review the flow with narrative design, gameplay, and cinematics teams.
- Export approved sequences for engine implementation.
Best practices
Improve your game cutscene design skills
Gather playtest feedback and feed insights back into AI prompts to evolve pacing and clarity.
Build your skills over time and refine your creative process with each project.
Tips to master
- Tag assets by quest line or playable character.
- Maintain localization notes for every branching path.
- Compare AI previs with final renders to improve future prompts.
Keep exploring
Discover more ways CutScene helps your team build cinematic stories with AI-powered workflows.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions about this workflow and how to maximize CutScene for your team.