HyperX unleashes the Clutch Tachi leverless fight stick controller with TMR and magnetic switches

With their added durability and precision, it was inevitable that TMR sensors found their way into a leverless controller. After Corsair announced the Novablade Pro with Hall effect, HyperX is countering with the new Clutch Tachi. The stick-less fight pad combines TMR technology with adjustable actuation magnetic switches.

The HyperX Clutch Tachi is a wired USB 2.0 accessory compatible with the PC, Xbox consoles, and Android devices. Sadly, the announced version of the controller won’t work with the PS5. Pricing and availability info are anticipated at a later date.

The benefits of stick-free fight pads

A leverless layout already prioritizes speed, with rapid button presses replacing stick movements. The controller debuting at CES 2026 includes 12 buttons with a total travel distance of 2.5mm. However, Street Fighter and Tekken competitors can select lower actuation points, adjustable in .25mm intervals.

TMR sensors detect finer movements, potentially giving the arcade controller an advantage over Hall effect rivals. Although it adds expense, more companies will likely embrace the durable option in future fight pads.

Balancing ergonomics with portability

While leverless controllers like the Razer Kitsune are wafer-thin, the Clutch Tachi is chunkier. Still at 300 mm/11.8 in long, 203mm/7.9 in wide, and 23.7mm/.93 in tall, the 846g/1.87 lbs peripheral is reasonably portable. The manufacturer hopes that the fight stick has an edge with ergonomics, thanks to adjustable feet and an expansive wrist rest.

HyperX’s fight pad looks like it will offer generous illumination and personalization. RGB lighting surrounds the pudding keycaps, which are customizable in the Ngenuity app. Creative gamers may appreciate a transparent top plate that accommodates custom artwork beneath. Owners can even replace the buttons with 3D-printed alternatives.

To ensure it’s competition-worthy, the Tachi also ships with four different SOCD (Simultaneous Opposite Cardinal Directions) modes.

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