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What is Detention?
Detention is an Indie Adventure game. It was released on January 12, 2017. The game is published by RedCandleGames and AGM PLAYISM and developed by RedCandleGames. Players can enjoy Detention as a single-player experience.
The game is set in the 1960s during a time of martial law in Taiwan. It takes place at Greenwood high school, a remote mountainous location where two students find themselves trapped. The school has become unsettling and haunted by evil creatures. To escape, players must explore the campus, solving puzzles and encountering ominous objects.
Detention incorporates religious elements based in Taiwanese/Chinese culture and mythology. The game draws on Taoism, Buddhism, and Chinese mythology to tell a unique and terrifying story. Players navigate the main characters through a 2D atmospheric horror side-scroller. The main story takes approximately 3 hours to complete. Adding extras increases the playtime to 4 hours. A completionist playthrough will take around 4 hours.
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Detention is an Indie Adventure game. It was released on January 12, 2017. The game is published by RedCandleGames and AGM PLAYISM and developed by RedCandleGames. Players can enjoy Detention as a single-player experience.
The game is set in the 1960s during a time of martial law in Taiwan. It takes place at Greenwood high school, a remote mountainous location where two students find themselves trapped. The school has become unsettling and haunted by evil creatures. To escape, players must explore the campus, solving puzzles and encountering ominous objects.
Detention incorporates religious elements based in Taiwanese/Chinese culture and mythology. The game draws on Taoism, Buddhism, and Chinese mythology to tell a unique and terrifying story. Players navigate the main characters through a 2D atmospheric horror side-scroller. The main story takes approximately 3 hours to complete. Adding extras increases the playtime to 4 hours. A completionist playthrough will take around 4 hours.
Detention
Detention is an atmospheric horror game set in 1960s Taiwan under martial law. Incorporated religious elements based in Taiwanese/Chinese culture and mythology, the game provided players with unique graphics and gaming experience.
- Platforms
- Release Date
2/28/2018
- Publishers
- Consoles
- Features
Ratings
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
 Metacritic | 83 / 100 |
 PlayStation | 4.66 / 5 698 reviews |
 Steam | Overwhelmingly Positive 2,712 reviews |
Price History
- MSRP
$12.99
- Current Low
$12.99
- Historical Low
$3.89
- 7-Day Low
$12.99
- 30-Day Low
$12.99
30-Day Price Trend
How Long To Beat
- Main Story
- 3 Hours
- Main Story + Extra
- 4 Hours
- Completionist
- 4 Hours
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Blood, Violence
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Detention Buying and Gameplay FAQs
Price & Deals FAQs
Is Detention on sale right now?
At the moment, Detention is not on sale. Check back soon or watch for seasonal discounts.
How much does Detention cost?
Right now, you can buy Detention for as low as $12.99, depending on the store and platform.
Is Detention on Xbox Game Pass?
No, Detention is not currently on Xbox Game Pass. The cheapest way to play is to buy it as low as $12.99, depending on the store and platform.
What is the historical lowest price for Detention?
The lowest recorded price for Detention is FREE, based on past sales and discounts.
Crossplay & Platforms FAQs
Is Detention available on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, or Switch?
Detention is available on PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo.
Gameplay FAQs
Is Detention single-player only?
Detention is primarily a single-player experience.
Game Stats FAQs
How long does it take to beat Detention?
The main story takes around 3 hours, while a completionist run averages 4 hours.
When did Detention release?
Detention launched on February 28, 2018.
What age rating is Detention?
Detention is rated M for Blood and Violence.
DLC & Content FAQs
Detention Nintendo – Buying Guide, Reviews and Deal Summary
Detention was developed by null and published by RED CANDLE GAMES, released on 2018-02-28. Detention is rated M by the ESRB for Blood, Violence.
Detention Review Scores and Player Reception
Detention has been rated 83/100 on Metacritic, "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam and 4.66/5 on PlayStation. Use these scores alongside player feedback to decide if it's worth adding to your library at its current price.
Current Detention Lowest Price and Deal Summary
At the moment, the lowest price is
$12.99
, compared to an MSRP of$12.99
. Across all listings, there are currently 1 store offers for Detention, pulled from both authorized retailers (such as Steam, Fanatical, and Green Man Gaming) and key marketplaces like Kinguin or Eneba. Whether you prefer buying from official sources or want to stretch your budget further through grey-market deals, Gamers Unchained helps you easily compare prices and find the best fit.What Is a Game Key and Is It Safe to Buy?
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