ELECOM has released four rechargeable wireless gamepads designed for comfortable PC gaming, spanning the basic "GP40 series" and the FPS-focused "GP50 series," in mid-May 2026[1]. They need no battery replacement, and their 2.4GHz wireless connection with support for both XInput and DirectInput makes them usable across a wide range of game titles[1]. Street prices range from 6,080 yen to 7,680 yen[1].
Rechargeable Wireless Design Frees You From Cables
All four new models are wireless gamepads with a built-in rechargeable battery[1]. There is no need to swap out dry-cell batteries, so you can enjoy PC games without being tethered by a cable[1]. Each pad has 13 buttons, including a directional pad and two analog sticks, and ships with a USB-A receiver that works simply by plugging it into a PC's USB port[1].
The wireless system uses 2.4GHz and supports a communication range of up to about 10 meters[1]. A wired connection is also available: using the USB Type-C port, you can connect the pad to a PC or AC charger with the bundled USB cable and play while charging[1]. A slide switch on the back handles switching the connection method and turning the power off[1].
Because the pads support both XInput and DirectInput, they can be used with a variety of new and older games[1]. Operation has also been verified with various titles on Steam[1]. In addition, the pads work with ELECOM's proprietary "Gamepad Assistant" software, which lets you assign keyboard and mouse actions to buttons and sticks, so even games that do not natively support gamepads can be played with pad controls[1].
All four models let you choose between two stick layouts: a symmetrical "straight" layout and a "cross" layout with the left stick positioned higher[1]. This makes it easy to pick a layout close to the feel of a game console you already own.
The Lightweight, Easy-to-Handle "GP40 Series" (Basic Model)
The "GP40 series" is a basic, lightweight model that does not include a vibration motor[1]. Its weight-conscious design reduces fatigue, allowing comfortable operation even during long play sessions[1]. Continuous play time from a full charge is up to about 16 hours[1].
In terms of features, it offers a rapid-fire function that can be toggled on and off per button, making it useful across a wide range of genres such as RPGs and shooting games[1]. It also has two trigger buttons that support analog input, accommodating delicate operations such as accelerator and brake in racing games[1].
The sticks have two modes: an "FPS mode" that removes input correction, and a "compatibility-focused mode" that applies correction to make eight-direction input more reliable. These can be switched with the MODE button[1]. This lets you adjust the operating characteristics to match the game you are playing. The mode, rapid-fire status, and low-battery status are indicated by LED lamps[1].
The "GP50 Series" Built for FPS Gaming
As its name suggests, the "GP50 series" has specifications fine-tuned for use in FPS (first-person shooter) games[1]. Its biggest feature is the inclusion of four mechanical trigger buttons that allow quick firing with a short stroke[1]. Inside, they use high-durability micro switches that have cleared a 10-million-cycle test[1].
The directional pad and main buttons use high-performance rubber material from a Japanese manufacturer and have cleared a 3-million-cycle durability test[1]. This durability design anticipates FPS play, where inputs are repeated intensely.
The series is also committed to aiming precision: the sticks adopt a "zero dead zone / no input correction" design that eliminates play[1]. Stick sensitivity can be switched among three modes for the left and right sticks individually—"high sensitivity," "standard," and "precision-focused"—with no dedicated software required[1]. In addition to the normal stick, long and long-dome replacement sticks are included, and commercially available aim rings can be attached[1].
The series also features a dual-motor vibration function that heightens the sense of immersion[1]. On the other hand, it deliberately omits macro and rapid-fire functions, a specification that takes the regulations of official tournaments into account[1]. Continuous play time is up to about 16 hours when the vibration function is not used, and when the battery runs low, the pad automatically switches to a power-saving mode that turns vibration off[1].
All four models are "THINK ECOLOGY" certified products that meet ELECOM's in-house environmental certification standards, reducing the plastic weight of their packaging by at least 20 percent compared with the company's standard products[1].
Pricing and Lineup
The model numbers and street prices of each model are as follows[1][2]. For the basic GP40 series, the straight-layout "JC-GP40SBK" is 6,080 yen, and the cross-layout "JC-GP40XBK" is 6,280 yen[1].
The FPS-focused GP50 series, which includes a dual-motor vibration function, is priced at 7,480 yen for the straight-layout "JC-GP50SVBK" and 7,680 yen for the cross-layout "JC-GP50XVBK"[1].
Summary
ELECOM's new wireless gamepads share a common foundation of easy-to-handle, rechargeable operation that needs no battery swaps, while offering a four-model lineup: the lightweight, casual-friendly "GP40 series" and the "GP50 series," which is built up for FPS play with mechanical triggers and high-durability buttons. Since the stick layout can also be chosen from two types, this is a lineup that makes it easy to pick a pad to match the genres you usually play and your preferred feel.
Source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001404.000026881.html
