Nintendo Alarm's Japan Launch Delayed Amidst Global Availability

Nintendo's Alarmo alarm clock: Japan release delayed despite global availability.

Nintendo has announced a delay to the general retail release of its Alarmo alarm clock in Japan due to unexpectedly high demand and insufficient stock. Initially slated for February 2025, the launch is now postponed indefinitely. This delay doesn't currently affect other regions, with a general release still planned for March 2025.

To address the immediate shortage, Nintendo Japan will offer a pre-order period exclusively to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers in Japan, starting mid-December 2024, with shipments expected in early February 2025. The precise pre-order start date will be revealed soon.

The Alarmo, a gaming-themed alarm clock featuring music from popular Nintendo franchises (Super Mario, Zelda, Pikmin, Splatoon, RingFit Adventure, and more via future updates), launched globally in October 2024. Its immediate popularity overwhelmed initial supply, leading to the halting of online orders and a lottery system for remaining stock. The alarm clock quickly sold out in both physical and online Nintendo stores in Japan and even the New York flagship store.

Check back for updates on pre-order details and the rescheduled general sale date in Japan.