Detention

[ About Detention ]

Detention is a uniquely atmospheric horror game that draws heavily on Taiwanese and broader East Asian culture, incorporating elements of Taoism and Buddhism. Set in the 1960s during Taiwan's martial law period, the game offers players a haunting experience within a school plagued by supernatural occurrences. Players navigate this eerie environment using a simple point-and-click mechanism, uncovering the stories behind the haunted setting. The integration of Taiwanese and Chinese cultural and mythological elements provides a distinctive graphic and gameplay experience.

• Detention is an IndieCade 2017 award-winning title developed by Red Candle Games.

[ Features ]

• A story-driven atmospheric horror game that captivates players with its narrative depth.
• Rich with unique Taiwanese and East Asian cultural references, enhancing the game's authenticity.
• An original soundtrack that blends Electronic, Lo-Fi, and Rock music with traditional Asian instruments, creating an immersive auditory experience.
• Visually appealing graphics and sound inspired by Taiwanese literature, film, and music from the 1960s-70s, adding to the game's atmospheric quality.
• A single-player 2D side-scroller with a point-and-click mechanism, making it accessible yet engaging.
• Supports multiple languages, including English, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean, broadening its reach to a global 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 Unity2022.3.38f1, enhancing the game's performance and stability.

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