A first-person narrative adventure built as a collection of short tales, set inside the colossal Finch house on a secluded Washington island. As Edith, the player walks the home's sealed rooms searching for the stories of dead relatives, and each memory reinvents itself: the perspective, art style, and controls shift from one vignette to the next, every chapter ending in that family member's death.
The vignette variety is the draw, and critics and players converge on the storytelling as the reason to play, frequently citing it as a case for games as an art form. Reception splits on what it asks of the player: the runtime is roughly two to four hours, much of it spent walking a set path with limited interaction, which leaves some feeling like spectators. Rated Teen, it rewards anyone open to a story-first experience and frustrates those wanting conventional gameplay.
Single Player Only
Overall, players are overwhelmingly positive about 'What Remains of Edith Finch,' praising its emotional storytelling, beautiful visuals, and unique gameplay mechanics. Many express that the game is a profound experience that explores themes of mortality and family, leaving a lasting impact. However, there are some criticisms regarding its short length and the nature of its gameplay, with a minority feeling dissatisfied or questioning the depth of the narrative.
Based on 101 reviews from playstation, steam
