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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel i3 2125 3.30 GHz or later Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GTX 750/AMD Radeon 7790 or later Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

What Remains of Edith Finch

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Released April 24, 2017
sample: 496 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
95/100
Player Score — % of positive reviews since launch · Steam history: 96 % · 51,786 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
18,49€ 4,62€ -75%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The narrative-driven gameplay of What Remains of Edith Finch has captivated players, with 144 positive mentions out of 152 for its story. This aspect dominates the praise, supported by a global Steam history of 96% positive reviews. The game's emotional and unique experience has resonated with players, as seen in the frequent keywords such as 'émotion' and 'expérience'.

In-game

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« C'est franchement l'un des meilleurs jeux narratifs que j'ai pu faire, je recommande très très fortement »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Ce n'est pas un jeu, mais une expérience. Le jeu est vraiment fou et m'a même ému. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Excpetionnel + chialade +++++++ »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Petite histoire sympa qui ne dure pas longtemps mais elle est original je recomande »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Touchant, j'ai versé ma petite larme sur la fin. Je recommande. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Histoire poignante et jeu parfait pour les débutants comme moi ! »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« Nul a mourir, perte de temps. Si vous aimez manger votre caca, je recommande. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Le jeu est beau et mélancolique, mais je reste sur ma faim (comme Molly). Pour son prix, il est vraiment court, ne l'achetez qu'en réduction. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Point and click ennuyeux. Il y a bien une histoire mais on s'en bat la race. En plus la caméra donne la nausée. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Petite histoire interactive. Original, mais difficile de justifier son prix. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« absolute masterpiece. its 2 hours long took me 118 minutes to finish on the first playthrough if you dont cry or rethink your life decisions after finishing i dont know what to tell you. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« this game is good,I quite like the story and the curse. i like the artistic direction (the game take 2-3hours to finish it).in this game,there aren t choise it s just a narrative observer,the character is good »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played

In players' words

« C'est franchement l'un des meilleurs jeux narratifs que j'ai pu faire, je recommande très très fortement »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Nul a mourir, perte de temps. Si vous aimez manger votre caca, je recommande. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Ce n'est pas un jeu, mais une expérience. Le jeu est vraiment fou et m'a même ému. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Le jeu est beau et mélancolique, mais je reste sur ma faim (comme Molly). Pour son prix, il est vraiment court, ne l'achetez qu'en réduction. »
👎 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Excpetionnel + chialade +++++++ »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Point and click ennuyeux. Il y a bien une histoire mais on s'en bat la race. En plus la caméra donne la nausée. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Petite histoire sympa qui ne dure pas longtemps mais elle est original je recomande »
👍 anonymous review · 3 h played
« Petite histoire interactive. Original, mais difficile de justifier son prix. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Touchant, j'ai versé ma petite larme sur la fin. Je recommande. »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played
« absolute masterpiece. its 2 hours long took me 118 minutes to finish on the first playthrough if you dont cry or rethink your life decisions after finishing i dont know what to tell you. »
👎 anonymous review · 2 h played
« Histoire poignante et jeu parfait pour les débutants comme moi ! »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played
« this game is good,I quite like the story and the curse. i like the artistic direction (the game take 2-3hours to finish it).in this game,there aren t choise it s just a narrative observer,the character is good »
👍 anonymous review · 2 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Story / writing
95 % pos · n=152
Gameplay
92 % pos · n=50
Graphics / art
97 % pos · n=34
Content / longevity
33 % pos · n=18
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=12
Value for money
40 % pos · n=10
Performance
67 % pos · n=3
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing15214444
Gameplay504613
Graphics / art343310
Content / longevity18666
Audio / music121200
Value for money10406
Performance3201

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 2.8 h on median; those who dislike it: 2.6 h.

<2h
95 % (n=64)
2-10h
95 % (n=421)
10-25h
100 % (n=10)
>25h
100 % (n=1)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📈 Up since launch (+13 pts) — updates have won players over
Jan 2026 : 83% positive83JanMay 2026 : 100% positive100MayJul 2026 : 96% positive96Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€2.32€7.31€12.30€17.29€22.29201820192020202120222023202420252026€4.62

Steam price tracked automatically since Apr 25, 2017 · All-time low: €4.62 (Feb 15, 2024)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

12,6 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 9 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 24,3 % of players.

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Strengths

  • The story is widely praised: 144 positive mentions out of 152, making it the most beloved aspect of the game.
  • The gameplay is well-received: 46 positive mentions out of 50, indicating a engaging and immersive experience.
  • The graphics and audio are commended: 33 positive mentions out of 34 for graphics and 12 out of 12 for audio, highlighting the game's visual and auditory beauty.

Weaknesses

  • Some players have expressed concerns about the price: 6 negative mentions out of 10, suggesting that the game may be perceived as overpriced by a few.
  • A few players have criticized the content: 6 negative mentions out of 18, which may indicate that some players found the game's content to be lacking in some areas.

Who is it for?

This game is suited for players who appreciate narrative-driven experiences and are looking for a unique, emotional, and immersive journey. Fans of adventure and independent games will likely find What Remains of Edith Finch to be a captivating and engaging experience.

Is What Remains of Edith Finch worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 96% of 51,786 Steam reviews are positive (player score 95/100). Most-praised strength: The story is widely praised. Current price: 4,62€ (75% off).

Verdict

What Remains of Edith Finch has received overwhelmingly positive reviews, with a global Steam history of 96% positive reviews and a post-release reception of 95% positive reviews. The game's strengths in storytelling, gameplay, and visuals have resonated with players, making it a must-play for fans of narrative-driven games. While some players may have concerns about the price or content, the game's unique experience and emotional resonance make it a standout title in its genre.

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What Remains of Edith Finch: 95/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

Most frequent keywords

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