Embarking on the various side quests in South Park: The Stick of Truth offers players a hilarious way to explore the detailed mountain town. One of the most engaging early-game activities is the Hide and Seek mission, which tasks the New Kid with locating six hidden kindergartners. Finding every child requires a bit of environmental puzzle-solving and visiting several iconic locations spread across the map.
Initiating the Neighborhood Game
To begin this optional objective, you must head over to the local playground found on the eastern side of the town map. Interacting with the young quest-giver will officially start the tracking process for all six children. They have scattered themselves into clever hiding spots that require careful observation to uncover.
Successfully completing this task rewards players with helpful progression points and unique interactions with the local kids. It serves as an excellent opportunity to familiarize yourself with the layout of the town early in the game. Keeping an eye out for small environmental anomalies will make tracking them down much easier.
Uncovering the First Three Hiding Spots
The first kindergartner can be found very close to the starting point, hiding right behind the main basketball hoop structure at the playground. After checking the park, make your way over to the residential areas to continue your search. Another child is concealed within the trees located just to the left of Mr. and Mrs. Marsh's garage.
For the third target, players need to venture inside the local bank building downtown. Look closely behind the main teller counter desks to spot the child trying to blend into the office environment. Finding these initial targets helps you build momentum as you search for the remaining group.
Locating the Final Three Children
The next hidden child requires a trip to the scenic Stark's Pond area located on the far western edge of the map. Check behind the large tree structures near the water to find the kid bundled up against the cold landscape. Following this, head toward the commercial district near the City Wok restaurant to find the fifth child hiding out in the open behind a large outdoor structure.
The final kindergartner has managed to descend into the town sewer system, which can be accessed through the main manhole covers. Navigate through the initial subterranean pathways to locate the final missing kid waiting in the dark tunnels. Finding this last individual will trigger the final stage of the quest line.
Claiming Your Quest Rewards
Once all six kindergartners have been successfully tracked down, you must return directly to the playground where the game initially commenced. Speaking with the primary quest-giver will officially conclude the side mission and update your overall game completion log. The children will express their gratitude and offer you unique items for your efforts.
Finishing this quest also allows you to add the children to your overall in-game social media friend tracker application. Building a large network of friends is essential for unlocking powerful passive perks that improve your combat capabilities later. Taking the time to complete this search provides excellent benefits for the rest of your adventure.
