Detention

[ About Detention ]

Detention is a unique atmospheric horror game that draws heavily on Taiwanese and East Asian culture, specifically referencing Taoism and Buddhism. Set in the 1960s under Taiwan's martial law, the game offers players a chilling journey through a haunted school, uncovering the dark stories that lurk within its walls.

Players navigate the eerie environment using a simple point-and-click mechanism, controlling characters as they explore and solve mysteries amidst hostile supernatural occurrences. The game integrates religious elements from Taiwanese and Chinese culture and mythology, providing a unique visual and 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 captivates players with its intense narrative.
• Rich with unique Taiwanese and East Asian cultural references, offering a distinctive setting.
• An original soundtrack that masterfully blends Electronic, Lo-Fi, and Rock genres with traditional Asian instruments, enhancing the game's eerie atmosphere.
• Visually appealing graphics and immersive sound inspired by Taiwanese literature, film, and music from the 1960s-70s.
• A single-player 2D side-scroller with an intuitive point-and-click mechanism.
• 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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