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About Detention

Detention is a 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.

Release Date

Jan 12, 2017

Developer

Red Candle Games

Publishers

Coconut Island Games

Detention FAQ & buying guide

What games are like Detention?

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Can my PC run Detention?

Detention needs at least Geforce 9600 GS, Radeon HD4000 and 4 GB RAM.

Minimum

OS: Windows 7/8/10
Processor: Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo 2.4, AMD Athlon(TM) X2 2.8 Ghz
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Geforce 9600 GS, Radeon HD4000
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Storage: 3 GB available space

Is Detention worth buying?

CriticalPixel community

74/100

1 review

Steam

95% positive

'Overwhelmingly Positive', 10,351 reviews

Critics (IGDB)

76/100

3 critics

What Steam players say about Detention74/100

by CriticalPixel

What is Detention about?

Greenwood high school, located in a remote mountainous area, two students found themselves trapped and vulnerable. The place they once knew has changed in unsettling ways, haunted by evil creatures. To escape, they must explore the mysterious campus filled with ominous objects and puzzles. How will they survive in this ever threatening environment? Could they return to safety in one piece?

HorrorIndiePsychological HorrorAtmosphericPuzzleStory RichAdventureGreat Soundtrack

Game modes: Single player

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What is the cheapest place to buy Detention?

Right now the lowest price for Detention we're tracking is $6.59 at Gamivo — 45% below Steam's $11.99. We compare 2 stores and prices refresh every few minutes.

What is the lowest price Detention has ever been?

The lowest price we've recorded for Detention is $6.40 at Gamivo on August 1, 2026. The current best price is about 3% above that low.

Is Detention worth buying?

Based on 1 community review on CriticalPixel, Detention has an average score of 74.0/100. Read the individual reviews on this page to see what players liked and disliked.

Can my PC run Detention?

The minimum system requirements for Detention are — OS: Windows 7/8/10; CPU: Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo 2.4, AMD Athlon(TM) X2 2.8 Ghz; GPU: Geforce 9600 GS, Radeon HD4000; RAM: 4 GB RAM; Storage: 3 GB available space. See the full minimum and recommended specs in the system requirements section on this page.

When was Detention released?

Detention released on January 12, 2017, developed by Red Candle Games and published by Coconut Island Games, Red Candle Games.

What platforms is Detention available on?

Detention is available on PlayStation 4, Linux, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac, Nintendo Switch. It supports single player.

When do Detention prices drop?

Detention last hit a new low of $6.40 on August 1, 2026 at Gamivo. Current best price is $6.59. Prices on this page refresh every few minutes, so check back around seasonal sales for new lows.

Where's the cheapest place to buy Detention?

The cheapest Detention price right now is $6.59 at Gamivo, 45% below the Steam price.

Detention price comparison across stores
Store	Edition / Region	Discount	Price	Buy link
GamivoBest price	Steam · Global	—	$6.59	Buy Detention at Gamivo
Steam	Steam	—	$11.99	Buy Detention at Steam

All-time low: $6.40 at Gamivo on Aug 1, 2026 — the current best price is 3% above it.

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