[New Product] Leverless Arcade Controller 'ZENAIM ARCADE CONTROLLER LEVERLESS' Released, Pursuing the Ultimate Fighting Game Control Experience

Tokai Rika Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Oguchi-cho, Niwa-gun, Aichi Prefecture; President and CEO: Hiromi Ninotani) is pleased to announce the release of the leverless arcade controller 'ZENAIM ARCADE CONTROLLER LEVERLESS' under its gaming gear brand ZENAIM.

ZENAIM has been developing products with the aim of optimizing the "speed" and "accuracy" required for fighting games, not only in terms of switch performance but also in chassis structure and internal control.

This product features an ultra-short stroke design of 0.75mm, achieved through joint development with top players, and an input point setting adjustable in 0.05mm increments from 0.1mm to 0.65mm using magnetic detection technology. Furthermore, through its unique INPUT ARCHITECTURE, which includes lightweight, slim design, and palm-resting design, input accuracy is enhanced from both internal control and structural design perspectives.

This is an arcade controller that pursues an input experience that moves exactly as the player intends, not just one that achieves fast inputs.

■Product Concept

PURE PERFORMANCE

Unleash your true potential.

ZENAIM optimizes the "speed" and "accuracy" required for fighting games, encompassing not only switch performance but also chassis design.

An ultra-short stroke of 0.75mm developed with top players.
With magnetic detection technology, the ON/OFF point for all buttons can be adjusted in 0.05mm increments from 0.1mm to 0.65mm.

Furthermore, this time, we have adopted INPUT ARCHITECTURE, which includes a lightweight, slim design, and a palm-resting design.

Internal control and structural design. Both wheels elevate input accuracy.

ZENAIM is not just a device for speed.
It pursues an input experience that moves exactly as the player intends.

■INPUT ARCHITECTURE

INPUT ARCHITECTURE: Creating stability and comfort.

Not just light. Not just thin.

ZENAIM optimizes not only button performance but also chassis thickness, center of gravity, and palm-resting design.

We aim to eliminate the slight misalignments and unconscious stress that occur during operation, which we define as "noise" that disrupts input accuracy, from the structure.

By comprehensively designing chassis thickness, weight balance, and contact surface, we enhance operational stability.

Your palm rests naturally, and your fingers move in the shortest path.

Lightness is a given. Stability is structural. You can feel it the moment you touch it.
That is INPUT ARCHITECTURE.

FAQ

What is the ZENAIM ARCADE CONTROLLER LEVERLESS?

The ZENAIM ARCADE CONTROLLER LEVERLESS is a new leverless arcade controller developed by Tokai Rika under their gaming gear brand ZENAIM. It is designed to optimize the speed and accuracy required for fighting games, featuring an ultra-short stroke, adjustable input points, and a unique 'INPUT ARCHITECTURE' for enhanced control.

What makes the input system unique?

It features an ultra-short stroke of 0.75mm and uses magnetic detection technology to allow input points to be adjusted in 0.05mm increments from 0.1mm to 0.65mm for each button. This allows players to fine-tune the sensitivity to their exact preferences.

What is 'INPUT ARCHITECTURE'?

INPUT ARCHITECTURE refers to ZENAIM's holistic design approach that optimizes not only switch performance but also the chassis structure, including its thickness, weight balance, and palm-resting design. The goal is to eliminate operational 'noise' and enhance stability and precision for a more intuitive input experience.

Who was involved in the development?

The controller was developed in collaboration with top professional fighting game players to ensure it meets the demands of high-level competition.

What is the main benefit of this controller?

The main benefit is achieving a highly precise and responsive input experience that aligns with the player's intentions, going beyond just fast inputs. It aims to provide 'PURE PERFORMANCE' by enhancing both speed and accuracy through advanced technology and thoughtful design.

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