Detention

Jan 12, 2017
Developer: Red Candle Games
Platforms: PlayStation 4LinuxAndroidNintendo Switch
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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.

Released: Jan 12, 2017
Developer: Red Candle Games
Publisher: Coconut Island Games

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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?

Steam

95% positive

'Overwhelmingly Positive', 10,351 reviews

Critics (IGDB)

76/100

3 critics

What Steam players say about Detention74/100

Steam community summary by CriticalPixel

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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 $5.56 at Gamivo — 54% 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 $2.39 at Steam on October 1, 2026. The current best price is about 133% above that low.

Is Detention worth buying?

95% of 10,351 Steam user reviews for Detention are positive ("Overwhelmingly Positive"). The Steam community summary on this page sums up what those players say.

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 $2.39 on October 1, 2026 at Steam. Current best price is $5.56. Prices on this page refresh every few minutes, so check back around seasonal sales for new lows.