"What Remains of Edith Finch" is a collection of short stories depicting a cursed family in Washington State. Players immerse themselves in the lives of various family members across different time periods, from the early 1900s to the present day. The game offers diverse gameplay and narrative tones unique to each character, all experienced from a first-person perspective, culminating in each family member's demise.

Following Edith Finch's journey to uncover her family's history and unravel the mystery behind being the sole surviving Finch, the game delves into themes of humility and awe towards the vast and enigmatic world we inhabit.