Detention

[ About Detention ]

Detention is an atmospheric horror game that draws heavily on Taiwanese and broader East Asian cultural elements, including references to Taoism and Buddhism. Set in Taiwan during the 1960s under martial law, the game provides a unique gaming experience with its point-and-click mechanics. Players navigate characters through a haunted school, uncovering the stories behind the supernatural occurrences.

Incorporating religious and mythological elements from Taiwanese and Chinese culture, Detention offers players a distinctive visual and immersive experience. This game, developed by Red Candle Games, won the IndieCade 2017 award, highlighting its significant impact in the indie gaming scene.

[ Features ]

• A story-driven atmospheric horror game that captivates players with its narrative depth.
• Rich in Taiwanese and East Asian cultural references, providing a unique cultural immersion.
• An original soundtrack that blends Electronic, Lo-Fi, and Rock music with traditional Asian instruments, enhancing the game's eerie atmosphere.
• Visually appealing graphics and sound inspired by Taiwanese literature, film, and music from the 1960s and 1970s.
• A single-player 2D side-scroller with intuitive point-and-click controls.
• Supports multiple languages, including English, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean, making it accessible to a wide audience.

[ Press Review ]

"A heavy dollop of Silent Hill, it’s a horror game unlike anything else I’ve played."

• Adam Smith, Rock, Paper, Shotgun

"Every facet of Detention moves in one harmonious lockstep towards an unavoidable tragedy, drowning out the world around you."

• Destiny Maddox, Rely On Horror

"The art direction, atmosphere, and audio design are all very well done. It has a polish you don’t often see in adventures by small teams."

• Andy Kelly, PC Gamer

[ More about the Developer ]

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What's New in the Latest Version 4.5

Last updated on Jul 28, 2024

• Updated to Unity 2022.3.38f1, enhancing game performance and stability.

Detention Screenshots