El Hijo in IOS

Adventure

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Expert Score

89/100

El Hijo is a stunningly atmospheric stealth adventure that proves you don't need violence to create a compelling game. Playing as a young boy searching for his mother in a spaghetti-western world, the game emphasizes ingenuity and environmental awareness. The 'non-violent' approach is refreshing—you aren't taking down guards; you're distracting them with toys or slipping through shadows.

The art style is the standout feature, with warm, sun-drenched environments that look like a moving painting. The level design is clever, introducing new mechanics like using shadows to hide or directing sunlight to blind enemies. The transition to mobile is flawless, with intuitive touch controls that make the precise movement required for stealth feel effortless. It’s a touching, high-quality indie title that rewards curiosity and cleverness.

Dinsun reviewed on: Thu Feb 26 2026

The Game

Available on: Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.0.3Thu Apr 07 2022

Fixed some Korean localization issues

Fixed a problem with child interaction in level 14


As a six-year-old, “El Hijo” must always sneak past the dangers of his world. As he overcomes his challenges, he gains self-confidence, becomes more cunning, and, along with it, finds more schemes to get past his foes. His epic journey will lead him through a remote monastery, a harsh and unforgiving stretch of desert, and a frontier town rife with crime and villainy.

The journey begins when a farmer and her son are attacked by bandits who raze their farm to the ground. The mother decides to leave the boy at a secluded monastery to protect him. However, the place doesn’t feel right and he plans his escape.

“El Hijo - A Wild West Tale” is a non-violent stealth game in which you rely on the mischievous, playfulness of a young child. Using the shadows to his advantage is the core element of the game, as “El Hijo” will often have to hide. Without needlessly adding new mechanics, the gameplay is extended naturally, as variations of existing mechanics are gradually introduced and then combined to increase the challenge. These twists on familiar mechanics are often a product of the varied, increasingly dangerous environments that “El Hijo” must traverse to reach his ultimate goal.

FEATURES

- Survive the Wild West with the cleverness of a young hero

- Explore dark monasteries, deserts, and boomtowns in a spaghetti-western world

- Merge with the shadows to hide from the lawless

- Solve playfully tricky environmental puzzles

- Use a playful arsenal of tactical toys to bypass and distract diverse desperados

- Inspire other children towards the path to freedom

- Enjoy the gripping storyline of a brave son searching for his mother


Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

As a six-year-old, “El Hijo” must always sneak past the dangers of his world. As he overcomes his challenges, he gains self-confidence, becomes more cunning, and, along with it, finds more schemes to get past his foes. His epic journey will lead him through a remote monastery, a harsh and unforgiving stretch of desert, and a frontier town rife with crime and villainy.

The journey begins when a farmer and her son are attacked by bandits who raze their farm to the ground. The mother decides to leave the boy at a secluded monastery to protect him. However, the place doesn’t feel right and he plans his escape.

“El Hijo - A Wild West Tale” is a non-violent stealth game in which you rely on the mischievous, playfulness of a young child. Using the shadows to his advantage is the core element of the game, as “El Hijo” will often have to hide. Without needlessly adding new mechanics, the gameplay is extended naturally, as variations of existing mechanics are gradually introduced and then combined to increase the challenge. These twists on familiar mechanics are often a product of the varied, increasingly dangerous environments that “El Hijo” must traverse to reach his ultimate goal.

FEATURES

- Survive the Wild West with the cleverness of a young hero

- Explore dark monasteries, deserts, and boomtowns in a spaghetti-western world

- Merge with the shadows to hide from the lawless

- Solve playfully tricky environmental puzzles

- Use a playful arsenal of tactical toys to bypass and distract diverse desperados

- Inspire other children towards the path to freedom

- Enjoy the gripping storyline of a brave son searching for his mother

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Ratings & Reviews

3.9 out of 5 with 16 Counts
Age Rating 9+

Screenshots

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El Hijo: A Wild West Tale is an award-winning stealth game where you use the innocence of a child to outsmart your foes. After his mother leaves him at a monastery for protection, El Hijo decides to escape and find her. Navigate through monasteries, deserts, and boomtowns using shadows to hide. Instead of weapons, use your slingshot and various toys to create distractions. It’s a peaceful yet tense puzzle-stealth experience with a breathtaking cinematic art style.

Features

1

Stunning spaghetti-western art style

2

Innovative non-violent stealth gameplay

3

Challenging environmental puzzles

4

Heartfelt and emotional narrative

Tips

Promotion Videos

El Hijo - A Wild West Tale // Mobile Release Trailer - YouTube

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No, the game focuses entirely on stealth and distractions; if you are caught, you must restart from the last checkpoint.

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