Genki is aiming at the premium controller market with the Manta, a wireless gamepad that packs a built-in touchscreen, TMR analog sticks, 8K polling, and adjustable Hall Effect triggers. The controller is now available through Kickstarter, with early-bird pricing making it considerably cheaper than its planned retail price.
The Manta uses a 2.79-inch color touchscreen as a control panel for the controller itself. Genki says users can change profiles, remap controls, adjust stick response and dead zones, configure vibration, and manage other settings directly from the device rather than depending entirely on PC software.
The controller also targets competitive PC gamers with its 8,000Hz wired polling rate. Its 2.4GHz wireless connection supports polling up to 1,000Hz, while Bluetooth provides another connection option for compatible devices.
The TriStage Hall Effect triggers offer Digital, Rapid, and Analog modes, giving users different input options depending on the game. The Manta also includes six extra mappable controls and two rear paddles, while a dedicated macro button and keyboard-and-mouse input mode add more flexibility.
Genki lists the controller at $279, but Kickstarter backers can currently access Super Early Bird pricing from $189. The controller weighs around 280–290 grams and is expected to begin shipping in February 2027.
- 2.79-inch built-in color touchscreen
- TMR analog sticks
- Up to 8,000Hz wired polling
- Up to 1,000Hz polling over 2.4GHz wireless
- TriStage Hall Effect triggers
- Six additional remappable buttons
- Two removable rear paddles
- Maglev HD rumble
- 2,600mAh battery
- PC, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and mobile support
- Raspberry Pi RP2350-powered control system
For gamers considering a premium controller, the Manta’s Kickstarter pricing puts it in an interesting position. The touchscreen alone gives it a different approach from conventional gamepads, while TMR sticks, high polling rates, Hall Effect triggers, and rear controls target players looking for more control over their inputs. As with any Kickstarter hardware, however, buyers should consider the delivery timeline and wait for final production units before judging long-term performance.
