Normal end的意思

"Normal end" is a term commonly used in video games, particularly in visual novels and adventure games, to indicate the completion of the game's storyline in a way that does not result in a bad ending or a true ending. It refers to a conclusion that is neither the best nor the worst possible outcome for the characters or the story.

In visual novels, where the narrative is heavily choice-driven, a normal end typically occurs when the player makes a series of decisions that lead to a satisfactory but not optimal resolution. These ends are often used to set the stage for a true ending, which is usually unlocked by making different choices that lead to a more profound or canonical conclusion.

The term can also be used in other contexts to mean a standard or typical conclusion, especially when discussing the ending of a story, movie, or book. In this sense, it would refer to an ending that is neither surprising nor particularly memorable, but rather follows a predictable or expected path.