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 release in March 2025, as announced via the company's Twitter (X) account. Initially released to a limited audience, this interactive alarm clock will now be available at major retailers globally, including Target, Walmart, GameStop, and other authorized retailers.

A Key Change: No More Nintendo Online Requirement

A significant improvement is the removal of the Nintendo Online membership requirement. Previously, access was restricted to subscribers; however, the March 2025 release makes Alarmo accessible to all, priced at $99.99 USD.

High Demand and Initial Shortages

The initial release on October 9th, 2024, saw incredibly high demand. In Japan, sales were temporarily suspended on the My Nintendo Store, shifting to a lottery system for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers due to overwhelming orders. Similar sell-outs were reported in New York City.

Alarmo's Engaging Features

Alarmo boasts a unique blend of gaming and wake-up functionality. Featuring sound effects and visuals from popular Nintendo franchises such as Super Mario Odyssey, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and Splatoon 3, it offers 42 selectable scenes with more promised via free updates.

The alarm itself is cleverly designed. A character from the chosen scene appears on screen, and a gentle sound plays when the alarm goes off. A "visitor" then arrives, prompting the user to get out of bed. Prolonged slumber results in a more insistent visitor and a louder alarm. The motion sensor allows for silencing the alarm without touching the device.

Beyond the core alarm function, Alarmo provides hourly chimes, themed sleep sounds, and sleep pattern tracking capabilities, recording time spent in bed and movement during sleep. A "Button Mode" is recommended for households with pets or multiple occupants.

The expanded release in March 2025 promises to make this innovative alarm clock accessible to a much wider audience.