Detention Review Summary
Last updated: 2026-06-09
- Moving and tragic story
- Creative and satisfying puzzles
- Excellent sound design
- Game is too short
- Story is confusing
- Puzzles decline in quality
Emotions
Archetypes
- Sample precision
- Helpful reviews
- 83%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 14%
- Protest reviews
- 3%
- 90%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 10%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 1218
- Negative points
- 318
- Gameplay points
- 603
- Perf. points
- 4
- Rec. points
- 236
- Misc points
- 2
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
Moving and tragic story
| The story is described as deeply moving, sad, and tragic, with emotional weight that lingers. Players find it beautifully told and thought-provoking. | 96% |
Creative and satisfying puzzles
| Players consistently praise the puzzles for being appropriately challenging, creative, and non-tedious. The puzzles strike a balance that makes players feel smart and satisfied without being frustrating. | 63% |
Immersive and unsettling atmosphere
| The game's atmosphere is frequently highlighted as deeply unsettling and immersive, enhanced by great visuals and sound design. Players find the eerie environment memorable and effective. | 58% |
Beautiful art style
| The art style receives widespread acclaim for its beauty and uniqueness, described as both visually attractive and emotionally resonant. It contributes significantly to the game's atmosphere. | 52% |
Excellent sound design
| Sound design and music are praised for their quality, enhancing the horror experience without relying on cheap scares. The soundtrack and ambient sounds are considered masterful. | 44% |
No cheap jump scares
| Players appreciate that the game avoids typical jump scares and monster chases, relying instead on atmospheric tension. This sets it apart from other horror games like Outlast. | 32% |
Poignant and meaningful endings
| Both endings are noted as poignant and thought-provoking, with the true ending being especially emotionally resonant. The endings contribute to the overall narrative depth. | 22% |
Incorporation of Taiwanese folklore
| The game cleverly weaves Taiwanese folklore and cultural elements into its story and gameplay, adding unique depth and authenticity. Players find this integration seamless and enriching. | 18% |
Excellent value for price
| Players feel the game offers good value, whether purchased at full price or on sale. The quality of content justifies the cost. | 18% |