Amidst the usual buzz of news about tariffs and Nintendo Switch 2 pricing, we're taking a delightful detour into the whimsical world of Mario Kart. IGN had the chance to dive into Mario Kart World at a recent Nintendo event in New York, and they've brought back some juicy details about the new Moo Moo Meadows Cow character. Yes, you read that right—the Cow, previously just a charming background figure in a single Mario Kart track, is now a playable racer, and the internet is absolutely thrilled. Memes and fanart are flooding social media, celebrating this adorable addition to the Mario Kart universe.
But here's where things get interesting. In the Nintendo Direct 2 trailer, Mario was seen chowing down on a burger. This sparked a curious question among fans: if burgers are typically made of beef, would Cow, whose kind are presumably a source of beef, eat beef herself? It's a question that's both bizarre and intriguing, and fans were eager for an answer.
At the Nintendo preview event, IGN got the scoop. The food items seen 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 picking up an item box. The variety of food inside these bags is impressive, including burgers, steak kebabs, pizza, and donuts. And yes, Cow can indeed eat them all.
Yes, Cow CAN eat steak in Mario Kart World. pic.twitter.com/qN5PZ9IIM4
— IGN (@IGN) April 4, 2025
During their session, IGN witnessed Cow consuming various items, including the much-discussed burger. While other racers undergo costume changes upon eating these foods, Cow doesn't seem to experience any visible effects. This raises questions: Is Cow eating beef simply because she enjoys it? Is there a hidden power-up she gains from consuming burgers that Nintendo hasn't revealed yet? Or could these be veggie burgers and plant-based kebabs?
IGN reached out to Nintendo for clarification but hasn't received a response yet. It's likely because they're busy with the New York event, and not because this is an outlandish question to pose to their PR team. Right?
In the meantime, don't miss out on IGN's preview of Mario Kart World, which includes a delightful appearance by our new friend, Cow. Dive into the fun and see what other surprises Mario Kart World has in store!
