Nodes and the Plant radar
Why the radar may be missing in the Plant chapter and what to do at a node.
Sons of Liberty campaign. Shared mechanics documented in the Master Collection manual; original PS2 controls and collection bindings can differ.
Find the area’s node
Nodes are terminals in the Plant chapter. Accessing one downloads the map for its area. On Easy difficulty and above, the manual says that the area’s radar is unavailable until you have obtained that map.
Complete the first access
The first node also opens a name-entry screen. Nodes allow you to change various settings, which are reflected in the Options menu. Finish the interaction before moving on so you have actually obtained the area information.
Plan a route after downloading
Our suggested routine is to stop and orient yourself once the map is available. Identify the exit you intend to use and one safe place along the route. A map helps you plan; it does not remove the need to observe the room.
Orientation begins before the map arrives
A missing radar does not mean movement is impossible. Inspect exits, watch the guard’s patrol and identify solid cover before approaching the terminal. After downloading the map, relate it to the room you just crossed instead of immediately leaving. Difficulty and radar settings alter how much information is available, so the node’s benefit should be understood within the current run rather than treated as one universal display.
This guide concerns Plant nodes. Do not assume every chapter or difficulty exposes the radar in the same way.