By seeing the story not just through Edith's eyes, but the eyes of the deceased as well, we get a complete, deeper and more intimate look into the lives of the family. These memories are always tragic events that result in an untimely or strange death for those involved. During the course of the game, the player relives memories of the various family members. The second theme revolves around the various family members and how they met their untimely demises. As the game progresses, much is revealed about Edith and her family through her tales and observations. She comments about the family members as she goes from room to room telling us pieces and parts of her past. Through Edith, we get to hear family stories and learn of the struggles the family has endured over generations. The first theme is Edith's journey through the sprawling house as she tells of her childhood growing up there. The overarching storyline for the game expands deeply on this mystery and features two major themes as it progresses. The origins and nuances of the alleged curse are a mystery to Edith and the player alike. Throughout the family's history, all of the members have met unfortunate and bizarre deaths. She speculates and half-jokes that her family suffers from some kind of curse. At the end, the game closes by answering the titular question: What exactly does remain of Edith Finch? At the beginning of the game, the player is informed that teenager Edith is the last living member of her family. By it's thrilling conclusion, the player has been led on a strange journey filled with all sorts of reveals, surprises, and plot twists. We learn of all the family members, the stories of their lives, and how they met an unfortunate and untimely end.
Mysterious story This award-winning story takes us step-by-step through the tragic and mysterious history of the Finch family.