Genki’s new customizable controller has a big screen and adjustable buttons
Genki has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the Manta, a highly customizable gaming controller featuring a built-in 2.9-inch LCD screen. The device utilizes a Raspberry Pi microcontroller to allow users to adjust haptic feedback, thumbstick response, and button macros.
Why it matters
It represents a shift toward hardware-level customization in gaming peripherals, catering to enthusiasts who demand granular control over their input devices.
After collaborating with 8BitDo on a gamepad two years ago, Genki launched the first controller the company designed from the ground up today. With an unorthodox design that positions its thumbsticks and buttons above a large 2.9-inch LCD screen, the Manta looks a lot chunkier than competing controllers. But what really sets it apart is a deeper focus on customizability with numerous settings that can be adjusted using the controller’s screen plus buttons and thumbsticks that can be tailored to each player’s preferences.
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