add_input_action · Godot Mcp Pilot MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What add_input_action does on Godot Mcp Pilot

AI agents use add_input_action to create or update resources in Godot Mcp Pilot — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Godot Mcp Pilot environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why add_input_action needs a policy

This tool creates new input action bindings in the Godot project configuration, which is a Write operation—it modifies project data but is reversible (the action can be deleted or renamed). It does not execute code, delete data irreversibly, or affect the running game directly.

From the tool's definition Tool description states it 'Add a new input action to the project', which creates a new configuration entry in the project's input map. This is a reversible modification to project settings/configuration.

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Verdict

add_input_action Rate-limited

add_input_action stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "add_input_action": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "add_input_action_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about add_input_action

What does the add_input_action tool do? +

Add a new input action to the project. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Godot Mcp Pilot MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on add_input_action? +

Register the Godot Mcp Pilot MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for add_input_action: 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 Pilot. Nothing to install.

What risk level is add_input_action? +

add_input_action is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit add_input_action? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the add_input_action 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 add_input_action completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for add_input_action. 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 add_input_action? +

add_input_action is provided by the Godot Mcp Pilot MCP server (pushks18/godot-mcp-pilot). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.