Cow in Mario Kart World Eats Burgers, Steak

In a delightful break from the usual news cycle of tariffs and Nintendo Switch 2 pricing, IGN had the opportunity to dive into the fun world of Mario Kart at a Nintendo event in New York this week. The highlight? The confirmation that the newly introduced Moo Moo Meadows Cow character in Mario Kart World can indeed indulge in a variety of foods, including burgers and steak.

For those unfamiliar, Mario Kart World recently made waves with the announcement of the Moo Moo Meadows Cow as a playable character. This addition has sparked a wave of excitement across the internet, leading to a flurry of memes and fanart celebrating the once-background character's newfound prominence.

The intrigue deepened when fans noticed Mario consuming a burger in the Nintendo Direct 2 trailer. This raised a peculiar question: Would Cow, representing a species typically associated with beef, partake in beef herself? The curiosity was palpable among the fanbase.

At the event, it was revealed that food items featured in the trailer are available at Yoshi's diner locations throughout the game's courses. These diners operate like drive-thrus, where racers can grab a bag of take-out, similar to collecting items from boxes. The assortment of food includes burgers, steak kebabs, pizza, and donuts.

IGN confirmed that Cow can indeed eat all these items, including the controversial burger and steak. During the session, Cow was observed consuming various foods, yet unlike other characters who change costumes upon eating, Cow showed no visible effects. This has led to speculation: Is Cow simply enjoying the taste of these foods? Could there be a hidden power-up linked to her consumption of burgers that Nintendo has yet to disclose? Or are these perhaps plant-based alternatives like veggie burgers and Beyond meat kebabs?

IGN reached out to Nintendo for clarification but has not received a response, likely due to the busy schedule at the New York event rather than the eccentricity of the query.

For a deeper look into Mario Kart World and to see Cow in action, be sure to check out IGN's preview video. It's a fun glimpse into what promises to be an engaging addition to the Mario Kart series.