In a delightful break from the usual news cycle of tariffs and Nintendo Switch 2 pricing, IGN had the chance to dive into the fun and quirky world of Mario Kart World at a recent Nintendo event in New York. The highlight? Confirming that the newly introduced Moo Moo Meadows Cow can indeed indulge in a variety of foods, including burgers and steak.
For those out of the loop, Mario Kart World recently unveiled the Moo Moo Meadows Cow as a playable character, sparking a wave of excitement and creativity across the internet with memes and fanart celebrating this once-background character's rise to stardom.
However, the reveal also sparked a curious debate among fans. In the Nintendo Direct 2 trailer, Mario was seen enjoying a burger, prompting fans to wonder: would Cow, a character representing a species often associated with beef, eat beef herself? This intriguing question led to much speculation and anticipation.
At the Nintendo preview event, IGN got the answer. Yoshi's diner locations, scattered across the game's courses, function like drive-thrus where racers can grab take-out bags filled with various food items, such as burgers, steak kebabs, pizza, and donuts. And yes, Cow can eat them all.
Yes, Cow CAN eat steak in Mario Kart World. pic.twitter.com/qN5PZ9IIM4
— IGN (@IGN) April 4, 2025
During our session, we observed Cow consuming a range of items, including the much-discussed burger. While other racers undergo costume changes upon eating these items, Cow doesn't seem to experience any visible effects. This raises questions about whether Cow is simply enjoying the food for pleasure, or if there's an as-yet-undisclosed power-up tied to her consumption of these items. Could they be veggie burgers or plant-based kebabs?
IGN reached out to Nintendo for clarification on these culinary curiosities, but as of now, we haven't received a response. It's likely due to their busy schedule at the New York event, rather than the absurdity of our inquiry.
For a deeper look into Mario Kart World and to see Cow in action, be sure to check out our preview video. It's a fun and engaging addition to the Mario Kart universe that promises to keep fans entertained and speculating for months to come.
