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Cutscene Engine

A professional cinematic scene creation system for Minecraft

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Quick answer

Which Cutscene Engine release should I use?

Updated 6 months ago
beta file v0.2+mod
Game version 1.21.10, 1.21.11, 1.21.6
Loader Fabric, Forge, NeoForge

Cutscene Engine v0.2+mod targets 1.21.10, 1.21.11, 1.21.6 with Fabric, Forge, NeoForge. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.

Where it goes

Is Cutscene Engine required on the client, server, or both?

Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

Client Optional
Dedicated server Optional
Loader for this release Fabric, Forge, NeoForge
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume

The source marks this as usable on both the client and server.

What else does Cutscene Engine v0.2+mod need?

v0.2+mod. Change the file and its required mods may change too.

No extra mods listed for this file

This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.

2 listed on this file 1 pulled in by one of those mods
NPCs engine Optional for Cutscene Engine v0.2+mod
optional
Matching file found Matched file: v1+mod
BlockBuster engine Optional for Cutscene Engine v0.2+mod
optional
Matching file found Matched file: v0.1+mod
Cutscene Engine Needed by NPCs engine
pulled in
Matching file found Matched file: v0.2+mod

1 extra mod was pulled in by another dependency. Indented rows show who needs each one. We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.

Before you install it

Add Cutscene Engine without breaking your instance.

Built for Cutscene Engine v0.2+mod. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.

  1. 01

    Stick to this file

    Use v0.2+mod. It targets 1.21.10, 1.21.11, 1.21.6 with Fabric, Forge, NeoForge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.

  2. 02

    Bring the mods it needs

    This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.

  3. 03

    Put it on the correct side

    Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.

  4. 04

    Pick the file you checked

    Use the “Get this file” button beside v0.2+mod. It opens that exact file at the source.

About this project

What does Cutscene Engine add?

🎬 Cutscene Engine

Professional cinematic scene creation system for Minecraft

📖 Description

Cutscene Engine is an advanced data pack that allows you to create smooth cinematic scenes directly in-game without the need for external tools. Ideal for creators of adventure maps, RPG servers, and story-driven projects.

✨ Main Features

🛠️ Visual Editor

  • Intuitive Interface — Control with the mouse wheel and right-click
  • Add Camera Points — Create a camera path directly in the game
  • Preview — Instantly check the result
  • Motion Interpolation — Automatically create smooth transitions between points

🎥 Camera System

  • Smooth Motion — Interpolation between keypoints
  • Duration Adjustment — From 10 ticks to any value
  • Spectator Mode — Automatic control of the player's camera
  • Save State — Restore position and game mode after a cutscene

💬 Message System (in dev)

  • Title/Subtitle — Large titles on the screen
  • Actionbar — Text above the hotbar
  • Chat — Messages in Chat
  • Font Settings — full support for JSON formatting (color, bold, italic, underline)
  • Point Snapping — automatically displays text at the right moment

⚙️ Ending Settings

  • Teleportation — player movement after a cutscene
  • Game Mode — automatic mode change
  • Final Title — ending message

🌐 Localization

  • Russian and English — full bilingual support
  • Dynamic Switching — change languages ​​at any time

💾 Save System

  • Workspace — temporary workspace for editing
  • Save Cutscenes — export finished scenes with a unique ID
  • Load — import saved cutscenes for editing
  • Autosave — data loss protection

🎮 How to use

Creating a cutscene

  1. Open the editor:
/function _cutscene:editor_on
  1. Add camera points:
  • Position yourself in the desired position
  • Scroll the wheel to "➕ Add point"
  • Right-click
  1. Adjust the settings:
  • Select "⚙ Settings" in the menu
  • Set the cutscene length
  • Adjust the ending (teleport, game mode, title)
  1. Add messages:
  • Select "💬 Messages" in the menu
  • Adjust the Title, Subtitle, Actionbar, or Chat
  • Apply text to the nearest point
  1. Render:
  • Select "🎬 Render" to generate frames
  • Use "▶ Preview" for verification
  1. Save:
  • Open "⚙ Settings" → "💾 Save"
  • Enter a unique ID for the cutscene

Play a cutscene

/function _cutscene:play_cutscene {id:"your_cutscene_id"}

🔧 Specifications

  • Minecraft Versions: 1.21.8 - 1.21.10
  • Performance: Optimized for minimal impact on TPS

🎯 Usage Examples

  • Adventure Maps — intro and outro cutscenes
  • RPG Servers — quest cutscenes
  • Tutorial Maps — mechanic demonstrations
  • Story Projects — cinematic cutscenes

📝 Commands

Command Description
/function _cutscene:editor_on Open the editor
/function _cutscene:play_cutscene {id:"..."} Play a cutscene
/function cutscene:cutscene/list List of saved cutscenes
/trigger cutscene_engine_localization set 1 Russian language
/trigger cutscene_engine_localization set 2 English language

🤝 Compatibility

  • ✅ Works with other datapacks
  • ✅ Does not require mods
  • ✅ Multiplayer support
  • ✅ Compatible with command blocks

🐛 Support

Found a bug or have a suggestion? Create an issue in the project repository!


Create cinematic masterpieces right in Minecraft! 🎬✨

Project description from Modrinth.

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