Clipping in the context of FPS (First-Person Shooter) video games refers to a situation where a character, object, or part of the game environment appears to pass through another solid object or surface. This is often due to a glitch or oversight in the game’s physics or graphics rendering system.
For example, if a player’s character is able to walk through a wall or if a part of the character’s body, like a hand or a weapon, is visible through a solid object, this is referred to as clipping. It can also occur when game objects, such as vehicles or props, intersect with the game’s terrain or other objects in a way that wouldn’t be physically possible in real life.
Clipping can sometimes be exploited by players to gain an unfair advantage, such as hiding inside a solid object or bypassing obstacles. However, in most cases, it’s considered a bug and developers strive to eliminate such issues for a more immersive and realistic gaming experience.