Definition of "in-engine" [in-engine]

• A sequence rendered in real-time by the game engine, usually a cut scene. (adjective)

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• "A new trailer for Bioshock Infinite was shown during the 2011 Video Game Awards, featuring in-engine gameplay while a new cover of the religious classic "Will the Circle Be Unbroken" plays over the images."
• "Blizzard can now do almost everything in-engine, it has inspired them to produce a massive number of in-engine conversations, cutscenes, and interactions."
• "Each area provides Raynor with characters to talk to (again, using the expertly crafted in-engine cutscenes) and upgrades to purchase."