Nintendo Reveals When Alarmo is Getting a Wider Release

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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.

The eagerly awaited Nintendo Alarmo, which has gained popularity, will be available in stores starting March 2025. Its initial launch on the Nintendo website stirred anticipation among fans.

Alarmo unexpectedly emerged as a surprise from Nintendo, with no significant hints or anticipation leading up to its announcement. However, despite this abrupt introduction, the Nintendo Alarmo has proven to be extremely popular for the company. Despite setting purchase limitations that only allowed one user to buy a certain number of devices, the demand for the device was so high in Japan that sales had to be restricted even further by means of a lottery system.

Starting next month, Nintendo has openly disclosed that Alarmo will become available at regular stores everywhere. There are no limitations on who can buy it. The specific date of arrival and the retailers involved haven’t been specified yet, but fans might find them at popular outlets such as Target, Walmart, and GameStop, given that Nintendo products often appear in these stores. If you can’t wait, it seems Alarmo is currently up for sale on Nintendo’s official website. However, having a NSO account is still required to make the purchase through this channel.

Nintendo Fans Share Mixed Opinions on Alarmo Availability

Despite the buzz surrounding the Alarmo, reactions towards this news have been divided. Some have brushed off the announcement as they’re more eagerly awaiting updates on the rumored Nintendo Switch 2. Even with numerous leaks, Nintendo has kept mostly silent about it. Although the Alarmo is intriguing, it’s not a gaming device. Instead, avid fans are yearning for insights into what Nintendo has planned next in terms of a new console and exciting games.

Despite this release potentially causing some fans to feel left out, it was announced in December 2024 that Alarmo’s massive popularity in Japan necessitated a change in Nintendo’s plans for its release there. They appear to have secured sufficient stock to switch from a lottery system to standard pre-orders for the device. However, these pre-ordered devices aren’t expected to arrive until February, and retail sales have been delayed beyond February to an unspecified later date. It remains unclear whether this delay is due to a supply issue specific to Japan or if Nintendo is aiming to maintain a steady global supply of their new alarm clock.

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2025-01-14 02:13