Missing Kids at a glance
| Kids | 4 |
| Reward per kid | A tent at your camp and +1 on the day counter multiplier |
| How to find them | Select the kid's poster on the missing kids board for a red arrow; a Compass also points |
| Source | TechWiser, Jul 22, 2025 (Koala Kid's six bears also in PC Gamer) |
The four kids
| Kid | How to rescue |
|---|---|
| Dino Kid (red key) | Campfire level 3. Beat five wolves with red collars at a small hill with a metal gate; one drops the red key. Go down the stairs. Extra: a treasure chest in the cave. |
| Kraken Kid (blue key) | Campfire level 4. Four Alfa Wolves with blue collars guard a small playground. Alfa Wolves are stronger and faster than normal wolves. |
| Squid Kid (yellow key) | Campfire level 5, which also opens the whole map. Two Bears guard an open area with huts. Bring a Morning Star, Tactical Shotgun or Ray Gun. |
| Koala Kid (black key) | Last and hardest: six Alfa Bears. Fight one at a time, use terrain and aim for headshots. |
Where is the last kid?
Koala Kid has no fixed place, because the map changes between runs. Both TechWiser and PC Gamer say you beat six bears for the key, and the poster arrow points to the area. Rescue Koala Kid last.
PC Gamer warns the Deer can appear mid fight and turn it into a quick game over, so heal up and don't go in at low health.
What to bring
- Healing: see how to get bandages.
- A real weapon: best weapons.
- Armor, and a plan for when the Deer shows up.
Rewards
Each rescued kid adds a tent to your campfire area and raises the day counter multiplier by 1. Guides are from 2025 to mid 2026 and the game updates often, so check numbers in game.
Quick tips
- Headshots do far more damage than body shots.
- A revolver or spear from nearby chests helps early.
- The Pelt Trader on day two trades pelts for weapons.
FAQ
How many missing kids are there?
Four: Dino, Kraken, Squid and Koala Kid.
Where is the Koala Kid?
There is no fixed spot. Follow the poster's arrow and beat six Alfa Bears to get the black key.
Which campfire level do I need?
Level 3 for Dino Kid, 4 for Kraken Kid, 5 for Squid Kid. TechWiser doesn't state one for Koala Kid.
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Sources
Checked Nov 12, 2026. Community wikis are edited by players, so numbers marked “per” one wiki may change after an update.