Nintendo Reveals When Alarmo is Getting a Wider Release

Summary

• Nintendo's Alarmo alarm clock will be available at retailers in March 2025.
• Alarmo initially faced purchase restrictions due to high demand in Japan, now available for pre-order there.
• Mixed reactions to Alarmo release among fans, some prefer news on Nintendo Switch 2 and upcoming games.

Nintendo's popular alarm clock, Alarmo, is set to hit store shelves in March 2025. The much-anticipated retail release of the Nintendo Alarmo follows its initial exclusive availability on the Nintendo website.

Alarmo took the market by surprise with its sudden announcement, lacking any prior teasers or buildup. Despite this, the Nintendo Alarmo has proven to be a massive hit. Due to overwhelming demand, Nintendo initially imposed purchase limits, restricting the number of units a single buyer could purchase. In Japan, the demand was so intense that sales were further controlled through a lottery system.

Now, Nintendo has confirmed that Alarmo will be available at standard retailers starting in March 2025, with no purchase restrictions. While specific dates and participating retailers have yet to be disclosed, fans can anticipate finding Alarmo at major outlets like Target, Walmart, and GameStop, where Nintendo products are commonly sold. For those eager to get their hands on Alarmo sooner, it is currently in stock on Nintendo's official website, though a Nintendo Switch Online (NSO) account is required for purchase.

Nintendo Fans Share Mixed Opinions on Alarmo Availability

The announcement of Alarmo's wider availability has elicited a mixed response from the Nintendo community. Many fans have expressed disappointment, hoping instead for updates on the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. Despite numerous leaks, Nintendo has remained largely silent on this front. While Alarmo is an intriguing novelty, it does not fulfill the gaming community's desire for news on new consoles and upcoming game titles.

The release strategy in Japan has also sparked some envy among fans. In December 2024, due to Alarmo's immense popularity, Nintendo shifted from a lottery system to standard pre-orders. However, these pre-orders are not expected to be fulfilled until February, and general retail availability has been delayed beyond February to an unspecified date. It remains unclear whether this delay is due to supply issues specific to Japan or part of Nintendo's broader strategy to manage global supply of the Alarmo alarm clock.

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