Nintendo's Alarmo Expanded Release Will See the Clock at Major Retail Stores

Nintendo's Alarmo Alarm Clock: Wider Release and Enhanced Features

Nintendo's innovative alarm clock, Alarmo, is slated for a broader retail release in March 2025, as announced via the company's Twitter (X) account. Initially requiring a Nintendo Online subscription, this restriction will be removed for the wider launch, making it accessible to all. Alarmo will be available at major retailers such as Target, Walmart, GameStop, and other authorized vendors worldwide for $99.99 USD.

The initial release saw incredibly high demand, leading to sell-outs and a lottery system in Japan to manage orders. Even in New York City, the initial stock quickly depleted.

Alarmo's Engaging Features:

Alarmo boasts a unique interactive experience. Users select from 42 game-themed scenes featuring characters from titles like Super Mario Odyssey, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and Splatoon 3, with more to be added via free updates. The alarm's gentle start features a character waking up, followed by a visitor's arrival. Users can quiet the alarm with a simple hand wave or body movement. Persistent sleepers will encounter a more insistent visitor and a louder alarm, ensuring they rise and shine. The motion sensor allows for alarm dismissal without touching the device.

Beyond the core alarm function, Alarmo provides hourly chimes and sleep sounds matching the selected scene, and tracks sleep patterns, recording time spent in bed and movement during sleep. For those sharing a bed with others or pets, a "Button Mode" is recommended.

The March 2025 launch marks a significant expansion of Alarmo's availability, promising a fun and interactive wake-up experience for a wider audience. While the Switch 2 remains highly anticipated, Alarmo provides a delightful interim offering from Nintendo.