Tokyo, Japan – May 29, 2025 – Lapsus Games and publisher Beep are proud to unveil NODE: The Last Favor of the Antarii, a bold new take on the puzzle-platformer, premiering today at the Cerebral Puzzle Showcase 2025, running on Steam from May 29 to June 5.
Set in a decaying Soviet nuclear facility lost to time, NODE puts players in control of a sentient AI navigating a maze of secrets, cosmic enigmas, and moral ambiguity. Using an innovative timeline-based navigation system, players assign and sequence actions to explore a layered 2.5D world, avoid deadly hazards, and unlock branching paths in a haunting, sci-fi setting.
Watch the gameplay trailer here: YouTube
Play the Demo and Wishlist: Steam Store
NODE: The Last Favor of the Antarii is a 2.5D puzzle platformer where players guide a lone AI through the abandoned nuclear complex of Toska, a brutalist relic of Cold War paranoia. Every decision is executed through a timeline interface, offering a fresh take on platforming and problem-solving. The story weaves science fiction with cosmic horror and philosophical questions about free will, AI autonomy, and sacrifice.
NODE: The Last Favor of the Antarii Key Features:
- Timeline-Based Navigation – Plan and queue up NODE’s actions across a dynamic timeline to navigate complex environments and survive deadly threats.
- Cinematic 2.5D World – Stunning 2D/3D blend with moody lighting and immersive audio
- Branching Narrative – Your choices impact NODE’s fate and unravel the mystery behind Toska’s cosmic secrets.
- Soviet Sci-Fi + Cosmic Horror – Explore the remnants of a lost era where government experiments and ancient knowledge converge.
- Secrets and Lore – Discover hidden paths, optional puzzles, and fragments of forgotten history across multiple playthroughs.
Cerebral Puzzle Showcase 2025
NODE shines at the Cerebral Puzzle Showcase 2025, hosted by Draknek & Friends, a Steam event celebrating thought-provoking games from May 29 to June 5. Thanks to community feedback from the recent playtest, the updated demo offers a refined take on NODE’s timeline-based navigation and atmospheric exploration.
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About Lapsus Games
Composed of two technical artists who have been working in the animation industry for the past 20 years, Lapsus Games is a small indie studio with a passion for immersive storytelling. We have dedicated the last 5 years of our spare time to create NODE which we hope reflects our deep passion for video games. Our experience in highly creative and collaborative production environments have taught us how to carry projects to completion with impeccable quality as we strive to tell compelling stories.
https://lapsusgames.com/
About Beep
Beep is a dedicated game publisher expanding from its roots in Japan to bring exceptional PC and console gaming experiences to players worldwide. With a team of experienced industry professionals, Beep has built a strong reputation for publishing notable titles in Japan, spanning both major hits and creative indie games. Committed to supporting developers in bringing their visionary games to life, Beep also ensures gamers enjoy immersive and memorable experiences, fostering a vibrant global gaming community.
https://beep-company.com/