Genki Manta Controller Features Large LCD, Advanced Customization

Genki officially launched its first independently designed controller, the Manta, on August 21, 2026. The gamepad sports an unconventional design with its thumbsticks and buttons positioned above a substantial 2.9-inch LCD screen, giving it a more substantial profile than many competitors. The Manta's standout feature is its deep focus on customization, allowing users to tailor numerous settings via the integrated screen, alongside adjustable buttons and thumbsticks.

The controller is now available through a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign. Early supporters can preorder the Genki Manta for a discounted price of $189, with the expected full retail price set at $279. Genki has a strong history of delivering successful crowdfunded products, with the Manta marking their ninth such project.

Advanced Customization Options

While other companies offer controllers with screens, the Manta distinguishes itself with an exceptionally detailed customization interface powered by a dedicated Raspberry Pi RP2350 microcontroller. Users can configure and seamlessly switch between multiple profiles for different consoles, games, and personal preferences. The customization extends to fine-tuning thumbstick response and dead zones, amplifying haptic feedback intensity, remapping buttons, and even creating complex custom macros by recording, editing, and combining button presses.

The Manta introduces what Genki calls "tristage triggers," a feature aimed at enhancing trigger performance. Unlike the dual modes found on many high-end controllers for racing or FPS games, the Manta offers a third intermediate setting optimized for rapid, repeated inputs. Furthermore, its face buttons are analog, allowing players to precisely set the actuation depth for each button, thereby adjusting its sensitivity. Other notable features include linear magnetic ram motors in the grips for direct haptic feedback, drift-resistant TMR thumbsticks with adjustable tension, a 2,600mAh user-replaceable battery, and six additional remappable buttons located on the rear and shoulder positions.

The gamepad also includes a dedicated button for switching to a keyboard and mouse mode, enabling users to navigate web browsers or other applications without needing a separate input device. Connectivity options include wireless Bluetooth, a 2.4GHz dongle for lower latency, and a direct USB-C connection to a console.