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Genki Manta Pro Controller Launches on Kickstarter With 8K Polling and Touchscreen

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Genki Manta pro controller features a 2.79- inch touchscreen, 8K wired polling, and Maglev rumble. Priced at $279 on Kickstarter with deliveries in Feb 2027.

Genki Manta Pro Controller Launches on Kickstarter With 8K Polling and Touchscreen
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Genki is launching the Manta, a pro controller that puts a 2.79-inch color touchscreen directly into your hands. The Manta integrates a 2.79-inch color display, allowing users to access menus and view game data directly on the controller without an external screen. Gamers who want a single peripheral for multiple platforms now have a high-spec option that integrates display controls into the grip.

Genki Manta pro controller brings touchscreen and 8K polling to Kickstarter

The device runs on MantaOS, which is powered by the Raspberry Pi RP2350 processor. Powered by the Raspberry Pi RP2350 processor, the controller manages its touchscreen interface and input processing locally. Genki developed the Manta as a pro controller featuring a touchscreen interface and MantaOS, distinguishing it from traditional gamepads.

  • Display: 2.79-inch color display
  • Processor: Raspberry Pi RP2350
  • Polling Rate: 8K wired, 1K wireless (2.4 GHz)
  • Battery: 2,600 mAh
  • Weight: 280 g to 290 g

Genki equipped the Manta with TMR joysticks and TriStage Hall effect triggers for precise analog control. The controller uses Maglev HD rumble technology to provide improved force feedback during gameplay. The controller utilizes TMR joysticks, TriStage Hall effect triggers, and Maglev HD rumble to provide force feedback and tactile control.

The Manta supports 8K polling in wired mode and 1K polling with 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity. It also includes Bluetooth support for a total of three connectivity options. The device weighs between 280 g and 290 g and is backed by a 2,600 mAh battery. It claims compatibility with PC, , Switch 2, and mobile platforms.

Genki is offering the Manta through a Kickstarter campaign with global availability. The standard price is set at 279 USD (around $279), while super early bird pricing sits at 189 USD (around $189). Deliveries are estimated to start in February 2027.

The Manta represents a notable entry in the pro controller market by integrating a touchscreen display. The Manta supports 8K wired and 1K wireless polling rates and is compatible with PC, Switch, Switch 2, and mobile devices. The Manta is priced at $279, with early bird pricing available at $189, and deliveries are estimated to start in February 2027.

Source: NotebookCheck

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