In a surprising turn of events, Nintendo has chosen to introduce a unique piece of hardware instead of the long-anticipated sequel to its Switch gaming console. Meet Alarmo, a physical alarm clock that transforms the mundane act of waking up into a playful gaming experience. Designed with both gamers and non-gamers in mind, Alarmo gamifies your morning routine in an entertaining and engaging way.
When you set the alarm, Alarmo not only plays iconic Nintendo melodies but also utilizes a motion sensor to detect your movements while you’re still in bed. If you linger too long, the alarm’s volume escalates, accompanied by increasingly intense sound effects from various beloved Nintendo games. However, successfully getting out of bed triggers a triumphant fanfare, celebrating your accomplishment and turning off the alarm.
Alarmo features a selection of built-in alarms inspired by some of Nintendo’s most popular titles, including Super Mario Odyssey, Pikmin 4, Splatoon 3, Ring Fit Adventure, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Each game offers seven unique alarm “scenes,” combining music and sound effects that add a delightful twist to your morning. To keep things fresh, Nintendo plans to expand the selection with additional alarms based on titles like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Animal Crossing: New Horizons through free online updates.
But Alarmo isn’t just an alarm clock; it also provides soothing sleep sounds to help you unwind at night, tracks your sleep data, and can chime every hour to keep you on schedule throughout the day. Scheduled for an initial launch in the U.S. and Canada at a price of $99.99, Alarmo will eventually roll out to other markets in early 2025.
