Blog: "Why I hate 'Cinematic'"

[Sexbad]

I really agree that cinematic isn't a good thing for video games. Most of the time it detracts from gameplay and interactivity. A good example of cinematic quality not interfering with the game is the second Riddick game. It doesn't interfere with any gameplay. No action that you wish you could be a part of takes place during cinematics. They're used for not much more than introducing characters and telling you where to go, but it does that amazingly.

Mass Effect, on the other hand, bleh. I don't dare try bullshit like Heavy Rain or MGS4.