Cow in Mario Kart World Eats Burgers, Steak

Amidst the whirlwind of news about tariffs and Nintendo Switch 2 pricing, let's take a delightful detour into the world of Mario Kart. IGN had the chance to dive into Mario Kart World at a recent Nintendo event in New York, and the buzz was all about the new playable character: the Moo Moo Meadows Cow. Yes, you read that right—the Cow, once just a charming background figure from a single Mario Kart track, is now stepping into the spotlight as a racer. The internet has erupted with excitement, spawning countless memes and fanart celebrating this bovine breakout star.

But the real twist came with the Nintendo Direct 2 trailer, where Mario was seen munching on a burger. This sparked a curious question among fans: if burgers are typically made from beef, would the Cow, whose kind are often the source of such meat, partake in beef consumption? It's a quirky conundrum that captured the imagination of the Mario Kart community.

At the event, IGN confirmed the surprising answer: the Cow can indeed eat burgers, steak kebabs, pizza, and donuts. These food items are available at Yoshi's diner locations throughout the game's courses, functioning like a drive-thru where racers can grab a quick bite just as they would an item box. While other characters undergo costume changes upon consuming these items, the Cow appears unaffected, leaving us to wonder if she's enjoying these treats for flavor alone, or if there's a hidden power-up at play that Nintendo has yet to unveil. Could these be veggie burgers or plant-based kebabs? The mystery deepens.

IGN reached out to Nintendo for clarification but hasn't received a response yet. Perhaps they're too busy with the event to delve into such an amusingly absurd inquiry. In the meantime, don't miss our preview of Mario Kart World, where you can catch a glimpse of our new favorite racer, the Cow, in action.