list_nodes

List all nodes in a Godot scene with their paths and types

Server Godot MCP Server koltyakov/godot-mcp
Category Read
Risk class Low
Parameters 00 required

What list_nodes does on Godot MCP Server

AI agents call list_nodes to retrieve information from Godot MCP Server without modifying anything — typically the context-gathering step in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows, before the agent takes action elsewhere.

Why list_nodes needs a policy

This tool retrieves and displays information about scene structure without creating, modifying, deleting, or executing any actions. It is purely informational and poses minimal risk even if misused by an AI agent, as it cannot alter project state or trigger external operations.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'list_nodes' and description 'List all nodes in a Godot scene with their paths and types' indicate a query/retrieval operation with no modifications or side effects.

Questions about list_nodes

What does the list_nodes tool do? +

List all nodes in a Godot scene with their paths and types. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Godot MCP Server MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on list_nodes? +

Register the Godot MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for list_nodes: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Godot MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is list_nodes? +

list_nodes is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit list_nodes? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the list_nodes rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block list_nodes completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for list_nodes. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides list_nodes? +

list_nodes is provided by the Godot MCP Server MCP server (koltyakov/godot-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

// LOOK UP ANOTHER SERVER

Every MCP server has a record like this.

Type a name, get the same breakdown: verified identity, auth posture, risk grade, capabilities, recommended policy.

Teams ship this data inside their own products. See what a licence covers →

// GET IN TOUCH

Have a question or want to learn more? Send us a message.

Message sent.

We'll get back to you soon.