Nintendo Alarmo Expands to Retail

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Summary

  • Alarmo, a $99 motion-controlled alarm clock with Nintendo themes, will be available at select retailers starting in March 2025.
  • Originally exclusive to Switch Online subscribers, Alarmo struggled to meet demand, leading to a lottery system for purchases.
  • Alarmo joins Nintendo’s non-gaming product line alongside Labo and Ring Fit Adventure, with a Lego Game Boy set releasing around the same time.

Instead of revealing the Switch 2 this week as many expected, Nintendo’s recent surprise is actually the introduction of Alarmo – a motion-controlled alarm clock designed specifically for Nintendo Switch users. Initially available only to Switch Online subscribers, Alarmo will soon be accessible at various retail outlets.

From March 2025 onwards, you’ll find Alarmo on the shelves of big names like Walmart, GameStop, and Target. The exact dates and stores haven’t been revealed yet, but for now, you can still grab it through the Nintendo Switch Online subscription.

Alarmco Convey’s Nintendo Themes

Alarmo is a $99 alarm clock that employs motion controls to awaken you in a Nintendo-style fashion. Introduced in 2024, this entertaining device offers themes and soundtracks derived from the publisher’s renowned franchises such as Mario Kart, The Legend of Zelda, and Super Mario.

Initially, the toy’s interactive features and enjoyable gameplay attracted many fans. The fact that it was only accessible to Nintendo Switch Online members increased anticipation even more. People were eager to get their hands on this tech product, as it was specifically designed for their gaming console. However, demand exceeded supply, forcing Nintendo to resort to a lottery system for purchases.

As a gamer, I’ve got to say that Alarmo fits right in with Nintendo’s knack for creating quirky yet ingenious tech outside the gaming realm. Stuff like their Labo, which is all about cardboard innovation, and Ring Fit Adventure, where fitness meets fun, are perfect examples. And guess what? The upcoming Lego Game Boy set is also on its way, landing around the same time as Alarmo hits the shelves!

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2025-01-14 05:08