Update: It has now been confirmed that the game will be receiving a worldwide release on 4th July. It'll cost $19.99 in the US, with European pricing still to be confirmed.
Original Article: A Japanese eShop listing has revealed that What Remains of Edith Finch is set for release on Nintendo Switch.
Originally released on other platforms in 2017, the game received critical acclaim thanks to its emotional story and artistic presentation. The game tells the story of Edith Finch, the last of a family which has fallen victim to a curse that causes all but one member of each generation to die. Here's an official description for you, taken from the game's Steam page:
As Edith, you’ll explore the colossal Finch house, searching for stories as she explores her family history and tries to figure out why she's the last one in her family left alive. Each story you find lets you experience the life of a new family member on the day of their death, with stories ranging from the distant past to the present day.
The gameplay and tone of the stories are as varied as the Finches themselves. The only constants are that each is played from a first-person perspective and that each story ends with that family member's death.
The Japanese eShop listing shows that it will be launching in the region on 4th July for ¥2,200. The Japanese version features English language support, so while we don't have any confirmation of a western release just yet, it seems incredibly likely that it'll launch on western eShops too.
If you want to learn more about this one, make sure to check out our sister site Push Square's glowing 10/10 review. Here's a snippet:
Giant Sparrow delivers beyond our expectations once again. A touching story about a tragically unlucky family hits all the right notes, making What Remains of Edith Finch a worthy successor to the studio's sublime The Unfinished Swan. A walking simulator with a smart delivery mechanism paints the picture of a family tree full of misfortune and sadness, but leaves room for some happiness and sunshine. Between the most realised home we've ever seen in a game, the incredible voice work, and the moving, intriguing story, this is the genre's new golden standard.
Happy to see this one make it to Switch? Have you already played it on other platforms? Share your thoughts with us below.
[source japanesenintendo.com, via videogameschronicle.com]
Comments 37
Fantastic, I've been wanting to play this.
Great game. I feel emotional just thinking about it.
Wow, yeah I'm interested. Interested in seeing you guys review it too.
Awesome news
One of the best stories this generation. I’m glad they’re bringing it to Switch, Nintendo consoles rarely get games like this.
Played this on PS4 recently. It has some fun ideas, but the performance isn't great, and, for a heavily narrative-based game, the story isn't particularly coherent, well-structured, or satisfying by the end. Terrible controls in certain parts of the game as well.
I believe it’s on sale on PSN right now, so I’ll probably pick up the PS4 version.
I'm assuming this is one of those stories that people pretend is good because it has THE FEELS BRUH. Can't really see it being a 10/10 game when it isn't actually a game. Big shrug
And all for the price of £20. Got to expect that Switch tax 😉
A modern masterpiece: probably not
A good short story with ideas and symbolism and themes worth thinking about: certainly yes
This game would probably be the equivalent of a short story in a collection of kind of artsy short stories. And that's fine. Good even.
come onnn obra dinn
The story is really nice but the performance could be better and it is only about 3h long.
One of the best games ever made
I hate walking simulators but after eventually giving in and playing this free with PS Plus I can easily say it's one of the best and most depressing experiences I have had with a video game.
I already got this for free on the Epic store. Also, 2200 yes in GBP is around £16, and this will likely be a big graphical downgrade compared to the PC / console twin versions.
@Fazermint that's how i felt when i finished hellblade. "what were all those reviewers smoking?"
No reason to call it a masterpiece
This is a great experience I highly recommend for those thinking about buying it. Just don’t go in expecting a game in the traditional sense and let yourself be immersed in its surroundings and stories. If you go in expecting lots of gameplay you’ll be highly disappointed. It’s probably not for everyone, but I’m glad experiences like this exist because it seems they strike a note with me. I loved Everybody’s Gone to the Rapture too. The English village from the 80’s was so well realised and it had such a melancholic vibe. The soundtrack just added to the whole experience too.
This is one of the “walking simulator” type games that I’d say was worth looking into. The narrative was delivered in really new and interesting ways that aren’t seen too often. There is one section about the drudgery of repetitive work, that was told in a particular way unique to video games.
If anything it is an experience that points to the potential of delivering themes in an interactive environment.
@SouthpawGrammar Threw you a like because of your avatar.
Yes please I want and I Need this
@Rohanrocks88 The fish cannery scenario was definitely a highlight of the game for me. That and Barbara's story. It's definitely not all bad.
I tried it but could never finish it. I think it's definitely a love it or hate it deal.
@Fazermint Or people actually believe it's good and deserves a 10/10 because it does what it sets out to accomplish very well
Eh. I thought it was okay... super overrated.
The best walking simulator is definitely Firewatch
Yes! Another one to cross off my Steam wishlist.
This game doesn't run well on the PS4. The Switch port will be... disappointing.
It was free on PS+ last month. It's more of an interactive movie.
Got to the cat part and stopped. Eh...
Great little walking sim! I wish Ethan Carter gør ported too.
Cool. So begins the wait for the inevitable physical release.
https://store.annapurna.pictures/products/edith-finch-ps4-physical-edition
Played this recently on PS4, it's ok. It has some pacing issues, the ending is a bit of a let down and some of the stories are clunkers, it's a little unintuituve in some places too but it's well written and there are some really effective moments, the Finch family feel really fleshed out, with Lewis and Sam being the highlights for me.
It's not an essential purchase by any stretch, but for what it's worth I usually can't stand walking simulators and I don't regret playing this.
A very sad, artistic, and beautifully told story and game.
It was a free game with the PS plus a few months back. Good story but not much of a game. Just don't expect something incredible because of it's metacritic score and don't pay more than £5 for it or you'll be disappointed.
Oh wow, been looking to play this one!
It's a perfectly fine narrative driven game. Masterpiece? Really?
Completed on PSV, great game
Took long enough. I’ve been waiting for this for years but now I’ve had the story mostly spoiled so I might pass on this.
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