About Detention
Detention is a unique atmospheric horror game deeply rooted in Taiwanese and broader East Asian culture, drawing heavily on Taoist and Buddhist references. Set in Taiwan during the 1960s under martial law, the game offers players a chilling journey through a haunted school. Using a simple point-and-click mechanism, players guide characters as they navigate supernatural events and uncover the haunting stories behind the school's eerie atmosphere.
The game enriches the experience with religious elements from Taiwanese and Chinese culture and mythology, providing players with distinctive graphics and an immersive gaming experience. Detention is an award-winning title from IndieCade 2017, developed by Red Candle Games.
Features
- A story-driven atmospheric horror game that keeps players engaged from start to finish.
- Rich with unique Taiwanese and East Asian cultural references, offering a deep cultural immersion.
- An original soundtrack that blends Electronic, Lo-Fi, and Rock music with traditional Asian instruments, creating a hauntingly beautiful auditory experience.
- Visually appealing graphics and sound inspired by Taiwanese literature, film, and music from the 1960s-70s, enhancing the game's authenticity and atmosphere.
- A single-player 2D side-scroller with a point-and-click mechanism, making gameplay intuitive and engaging.
- Supports multiple languages including English, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean, making it accessible 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, ensuring enhanced performance and stability for an even more immersive experience.
