In South Park: The Stick of Truth, the Hide and Seek side quest is one of the most entertaining activities players can undertake while exploring the neighborhood. Initiated by speaking with Mr. Broflovski, this quest tasks the New Kid with tracking down six kindergarteners hidden across the town. Finding all six children requires a bit of keen observation and interaction with the environment, making it a classic adventure minigame.
Starting the Hide and Seek Quest
To begin the Hide and Seek quest, head outside the Broflovski residence and speak with Mr. Broflovski. He will explain that his younger son Ike and five other kindergarteners have gone missing during a neighborhood game. Accepting the task adds the quest to your log and triggers the appearance of the hidden kids throughout the world map.
You do not need special abilities to locate most of the children, making this an ideal quest to complete early in your playthrough. Exploring key locations early on helps familiarize you with the layout of South Park while earning easy rewards.
Finding the Hidden Kindergarteners
The first kindergartener can be found near the community center, hidden behind a large snowbank near the fence line. Another child is located behind the tree right outside the Bank of South Park, requiring you to hit the branches or look carefully behind the trunk. A third kid is hiding in the woods near Stark's Pond, partially obscured by the foliage at the edge of the screen.
To find the remaining three children, check the area near Mr. Slave's house, where a child is crouched behind a bush in the front lawn. Another youngster can be found hiding inside the Tower of Peace, tucked away behind a desk on the main floor. Finally, the last kindergartener is hiding behind a tree near the church, waiting for you to walk close enough to interact with them.
Quest Completion and Rewards
Once you have located and spoken to all six hidden children, return to Mr. Broflovski to turn in the quest. He will express his gratitude for bringing the kids safely back home and reward you handsomely. Completing the quest grants you additional experience points and cash to spend on upgrades.
In addition to standard currency and experience, completing the Hide and Seek quest unlocks Mr. Broflovski as a Facebook friend in the game. Adding him to your friends list brings you closer to reaching total completion milestones for social achievements.
Tips for Quick Discovery
If you have trouble spotting any of the kids, pay close attention to unusual shadows or small red hats poking out behind obstacles. Using your character's ranged attack on bushes and trees can also clear away objects that might be blocking your view. Checking every corner of the map ensures you will not miss any of the cleverly placed kindergarteners.
