NODE: The Last Favor of the Antarii - Command an AI in a Nuclear Labyrinth

7/31/2026, 12:33:53 AM

Release date: 8/28/2025

Tags: #2.5d #atmospheric #puzzle-platformer #dark #cold-war #story-rich #adventure #stylized

User Reviews

Score: 93%Very Positive
Review Count: 205 reviews
Fetched At: 7/31/2026, 12:33:53 AM

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Japan Price: ¥ 3,150
Global Price: $24.99
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 7/31/2026, 12:33:52 AM

Key highlight

Command an AI in NODE: The Last Favor of the Antarii, a 2.5D atmospheric puzzle-platformer set in a decaying Cold War nuclear complex. Master timeline-based puzzles and unravel cosmic secrets.

Who this is for

If you're intrigued by the dark atmosphere of the Cold War and innovative puzzle mechanics involving AI and time manipulation, NODE is sure to captivate you. It offers an unforgettable experience blending narrative depth with challenging gameplay.

🖥️ Hardware Guide for Comfortable Play

Based on the game's recommended specs, showing a comfortable performance target and example parts (PassMark reference)

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CPU

Game's recommended spec

i7-7700HQ @ 2.80GHz or equivalent

Comfortable play target

8,951 pts(~130% above spec of 6,885 pts)

Parts near this range

Intel Core i7-6700K @ 4.00GHz8,935 pts Intel Core i5-3170K @ 3.20GHz8,882 pts Intel Core i3-10105F @ 3.70GHz8,871 pts

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GPU

Game's recommended spec

Nvidia RTX 2060, AMD RX 5700, or equivalent

Comfortable play target

18,307 pts(~130% above spec of 14,082 pts)

Parts near this range

Details

Overview

NODE: The Last Favor of the Antarii plunges players into a desolate, radiation-soaked world where the fate of humanity rests on the shoulders of an autonomous AI. Set within the decaying ruins of a Cold War nuclear complex known as Toska, this 2.5D puzzle-platformer challenges players to command NODE. The game weaves a narrative rich with secrets and an otherworldly twist, all within a haunting, atmospheric environment.

Highlights

A Unique AI Protagonist: Players step into the role of NODE, an autonomous AI tasked with navigating a perilous Soviet nuclear labyrinth. This offers a fresh perspective on puzzle-platforming gameplay.
Timeline-Based Puzzles: The core gameplay revolves around strategic planning, sequencing commands, and mastering intricate timeline-based puzzles to overcome obstacles and uncover the truth.
Atmospheric Cold War Setting: Explore the atmospheric and decaying heart of a nuclear complex, where the echoes of the past collide with a cosmic mystery, creating a dark and compelling world.

Who It's For

This game is designed for players who enjoy atmospheric puzzle-platformers with a strong narrative focus. Fans of games that explore themes of the Cold War, AI, and cosmic mysteries, and who appreciate a stylized art direction, will find themselves drawn into NODE's world. Those who enjoy strategic thinking and problem-solving through environmental puzzles will also find plenty to engage with.

Game Info

NODE: The Last Favor of the Antarii is a single-player adventure developed and published by Lapsus Games. It features full controller support and camera comfort options, aiming to provide a smooth and immersive experience. The game was released on August 28, 2025, and supports a wide range of languages, including English, Spanish, Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, French, Italian, German, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Traditional Chinese, and Ukrainian.