[ About Detention ]
Detention is a unique atmospheric horror game deeply rooted in Taiwanese and East Asian culture, drawing heavily on elements of Taoism and Buddhism. Set in the 1960s during Taiwan's martial law period, the game offers players a chilling journey through a haunted school beset by supernatural occurrences. Using a simple point-and-click mechanism, players guide characters to unravel the mysteries lurking within the eerie corridors.
The game masterfully incorporates religious and mythological elements from Taiwanese and Chinese culture, providing players with a distinctive visual and immersive gaming experience. Detention, developed by Red Candle Games, is a proud recipient of the IndieCade 2017 award.
[ 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 and appeal.
- 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, adding to the game's atmospheric allure.
- A single-player 2D side-scroller with a point-and-click mechanism, ensuring intuitive gameplay.
- 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, enhancing the game's performance and stability.
Tags : Adventure
