godot_get_node

Returns all properties of a specific node by its scene path. Args: - node_path (string): Full node path e.g.

Server Godot MCP Server ricky-yosh/godot-mcp-server
Category Read
Risk class Low
Parameters 00 required

What godot_get_node does on Godot MCP Server

AI agents call godot_get_node 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 godot_get_node needs a policy

This tool retrieves and returns information about a node's properties without modifying state, executing code, deleting data, or committing financial actions. It is a straightforward read operation querying the scene tree structure and node metadata. The 'node_path' argument constrains the operation to a specific node lookup, minimizing blast radius. No capability to alter the Godot project exists in this tool alone.

From the tool's definition Tool name is 'godot_get_node' and description states 'Returns all properties of a specific node' — a retrieval operation with no modification or side effects.

Questions about godot_get_node

What does the godot_get_node tool do? +

Returns all properties of a specific node by its scene path. Args: - node_path (string): Full node path e.g. 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 godot_get_node? +

Register the Godot MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for godot_get_node: 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 godot_get_node? +

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

Can I rate-limit godot_get_node? +

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

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

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

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