[ About Detention ]
Detention is a unique atmospheric horror game deeply rooted in Taiwanese and East Asian culture, drawing heavily on Taoist and Buddhist references. Set in the 1960s during Taiwan's martial law period, the game offers players a chilling journey through a haunted school filled with supernatural phenomena.
Players navigate the eerie setting using a simple point-and-click interface, uncovering the dark stories behind the school's haunting. The game weaves in elements of Taiwanese and Chinese mythology and religion, creating a distinctive visual and experiential journey for players.
Detention is an IndieCade 2017 award-winning title developed by Red Candle Games.
[ Features ]
- A story-driven atmospheric horror game that captivates 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 design inspired by Taiwanese literature, film, and music from the 1960s and 1970s.
- A single-player 2D side-scroller game that utilizes a point-and-click mechanism for ease of play.
- 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 for enhanced performance and stability.
