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Detention

Review · Adventure · Nintendo Switch · iOS · PC

Detention

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

Nintendo Switch · iOS · PC · macOS · Linux · PlayStation 4 · Android

RedCandleGames · 2017

LumiScore

50/100

Good

Detention is an adventure puzzle game that builds problem solving and critical thinking, but features intense horror elements and a terrifying story.

Growth (BDS)

34

Risk (RIS)

9

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

13+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.50
B2Social-emotional
0.30
B3Motor
0.25

Detention offers a unique and immersive atmospheric horror experience, deeply rooted in Taiwanese culture and history. It provides engaging puzzle-solving, critical thinking, and emotional engagement through its compelling and terrifying story.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game's horror elements, including 'evil creatures' and a 'terrifying story,' may be intense and frightening for some players. While free from manipulative design, the immersive nature could lead to extended play sessions.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.

Regulatory compliance · DSA·GDPR-K·ODDS

  • DSA:Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
  • GDPR-K:Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
  • ODDS:Estimated from review data. Game has natural stopping points and low session-extension risk.
Avg playtime~4 hReviewedMay 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Detention safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Detention a LumiScore of 50/100, recommended for ages 13 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is Detention appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 13+ for Detention, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Detention?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Detention is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Detention?

The game's horror elements, including 'evil creatures' and a 'terrifying story,' may be intense and frightening for some players. While free from manipulative design, the immersive nature could lead to extended play sessions.