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.
The Genki Manta is launching today through a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign. The earliest backers can preorder the controller discounted to $189, while full retail pricing is expected to be $279. This is the company’s ninth crowdfunded device so while there’s always some risk with backing a Kickstarter, Genki has an excellent track record of delivering products this way.
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