Detention

An atmospheric horror game heavily influenced by East Asian culture

Detention - Atmospheric Horror Game

"Detention" is a unique atmospheric horror game set in 1960s Taiwan under martial law, drawing on Taiwanese/East Asian culture and mythology. Players explore a haunted school through simple point-and-click mechanics, uncovering chilling stories and supernatural events. This award-winning indie title features a compelling narrative, original soundtrack, and striking visuals, combining traditional elements with modern gameplay for an immersive experience.
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Version: 4.5 (Last updated: 2024-07-28)
Creation date: 2019-09-05
Permissions
Photos/Media/Files: read the contents of your USB storage
Storage: read the contents of your USB storage
Other: view network connections, full network access

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App summary

[ About Detention ]
Detention is an unique atmospheric horror game heavily influenced by Taiwanese/East Asian culture (Taoism and Buddhism references) based on the 1960s Taiwan under martial law.

With simple point and click mechanism, the player control characters who venture into the school beset by hostile supernatural events to uncover stories behind the haunted place.

Incorporated religious elements based in Taiwanese/Chinese culture and mythology, the game provided players with unique graphics and gaming experience.

* Detention is the IndieCade 2017 award-winning title developed by Red Candle Games.

[ Features ]
- Story-driven atmospheric horror game.
- Unique Taiwanese/East Asian cultural references.
- Original soundtrack fusing Electronic, Lo-Fi, and Rock with traditional Asian instruments.
- Appealing graphics and sound inspired by Taiwanese literature, film and music in the 1960s-70s.
- Single player 2D side-scroller with point and click mechanism.
- Multiple language support. (including English, Chinese, Japanese and Korean)


[ 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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User reviews

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Pros
  • Compelling and emotional story
  • Great atmosphere and graphics
  • Engaging gameplay with challenging puzzles
  • Highly immersive horror experience
  • Affordable price for the full version
Cons
  • Controls can be difficult at times
  • Some users experienced bugs (especially with audio)
  • Limited enemy variety and encounters
  • Game can drain battery quickly
  • Some puzzles can be tedious or confusing
Most mentioned
  • Amazing story and atmosphere
  • Well worth the purchase price
  • Smooth gameplay with minimal bugs
User reviews
Great game and well worth the purchase. It costs less than a cosmetic item in most games. Try the demo and you will be able to tell if its for you or not. The nature of the obstacles unease and atmosphere are very silent hill.
by nathan ralph, 2024-09-30

I didn't get the full game, because I can't spend money online, but I'm telling you that it's amazing for the fact it's a mobile game. Tho only issue is that the controls can get pretty hard to manage, but it's not a big issue. Also I love the stylization and story, it kinda gives silent hill vibes. :3
by Linda, 2024-09-04

Worth the money. The gameplay is smooth. It's a horror game that isn't just instant death. The story that unravels is truly deep and heartbreaking and wonderfully played out. The demo doesn't really get that far into the game but for less that $5 it's worth purchasing the full.
by Ashley Dolman, 2024-08-09
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