Cow in Mario Kart World Eats Burgers, Steak

In a delightful twist from the usual news about tariffs and Nintendo Switch 2 pricing, IGN had the chance to dive into the whimsical world of Mario Kart World at a recent Nintendo event in New York. The highlight? The confirmation that the newly introduced Moo Moo Meadows Cow, now a playable character, can indeed indulge in a variety of foods, including burgers and steak.

For those who missed it, Mario Kart World recently announced the inclusion of the Moo Moo Meadows Cow as a racer, sparking joy and creativity across the internet with an outpouring of memes and fanart. This character, once merely a background figure in a single track, has captured the hearts of fans worldwide.

The excitement, however, took a curious turn when fans noticed Mario consuming a burger in the Nintendo Direct 2 trailer. This led to the burning question: Would Cow, potentially a beef source herself, eat beef? The answer came during the preview event.

At Yoshi's diner locations spread across the game's courses, players can grab a variety of take-out foods, functioning similarly to item boxes. These include burgers, steak kebabs, pizza, and donuts. And yes, Cow can eat them all. IGN confirmed this with a tweet and firsthand experience at the event, where Cow was seen munching on a burger among other items.

Interestingly, while other characters transform upon eating these foods, Cow seems unaffected, leaving fans to speculate. Is she simply enjoying the taste? Or is there a hidden power-up associated with her consumption that Nintendo has yet to reveal? Could these be veggie burgers or plant-based kebabs?

IGN reached out to Nintendo for clarification but has not received a response, likely due to the busy schedule at their New York event. While we await further details, you can check out IGN's preview of Mario Kart World, which includes a charming appearance by Cow herself.