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 their official Twitter (X) account. This expansion marks a significant step, making the device readily available to a wider audience.
Initially released with limited availability and requiring a Nintendo Online subscription, Alarmo will now be available at major retailers worldwide, including Target, Walmart, GameStop, and other authorized retailers. The Nintendo Online membership requirement will be removed for this wider release. Alarmo will retail for $99.99 USD.
The initial release saw unexpectedly high demand, leading to sell-outs and a lottery system in Japan to manage distribution. Similar high demand was experienced in New York City.
Key Features of the Nintendo Alarmo:
Alarmo incorporates sound effects and visuals from popular Nintendo franchises such as Super Mario Odyssey, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and Splatoon 3. Users can select from 42 different game-themed scenes, with more to be added via free updates.
The alarm features a unique interactive element. A game character appears on the screen, and the alarm's intensity increases if the user remains in bed for too long. The alarm can be silenced via motion detection, eliminating the need to physically touch the device. Additional features include hourly chimes, sleep sounds, and sleep pattern tracking. For households with multiple occupants or pets, a "Button Mode" is recommended.
The expanded release of Alarmo in March 2025 promises to make this innovative alarm clock accessible to a much wider audience, removing the previous Nintendo Online subscription barrier.