First and foremost, I dig the cut scenes. The first time. Maybe even the third or fourth time. I also think its cool that you can upgrade your skills and gear, as well as break down your trash loot. Seriously though...and this is coming from a lot of people I've been on voice with...it would be cool if the fire team leader could put the "skip cutscene" up for vote...even if it required it to be unanimous, that would be a huge improvement. Case in point? Restoration.
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I don't know for sure, but often current generation, cut scenes are used as a method of hiding load screens . Be thankful you can at least modify your load out etc. One option is to have a skip option once loading is complete.