Cow in Mario Kart World Eats Burgers, Steak

Amidst the usual flurry of news about tariffs and Nintendo Switch 2 pricing, it's refreshing to dive into something light-hearted and fun. This week, IGN had the chance to play Mario Kart World at a Nintendo event in New York, uncovering an intriguing detail about the new playable character: the Moo Moo Meadows Cow. Yes, you read that right—the Cow can indeed indulge in a variety of foods, including burgers and steak!

For those who might be scratching their heads, let's rewind a bit. Mario Kart World's announcement introduced the Moo Moo Meadows Cow as a playable racer, sparking a wave of excitement across the internet. Fans have been busy creating memes and fanart, celebrating the transformation of this once-background character into a star racer.

However, the reveal didn't come without its share of curiosities. In the Nintendo Direct 2 trailer, Mario was seen enjoying a burger, which naturally led fans to ponder a rather existential question: Would the Cow, potentially a source of beef, consume beef herself? The internet was abuzz with this query.

Imagine if the cow gets a transformation costume.

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At the Nintendo preview event, the mystery was solved. Yoshi's diner locations scattered across the courses in Mario Kart World serve as drive-thru spots where racers can grab take-out bags just like item boxes. Inside these bags, you might find a range of food items from burgers and steak kebabs to pizza and donuts.

And yes, the Cow can eat them all. IGN confirmed this with a tweet showcasing the Cow chowing down on steak, leaving fans both amused and curious about the implications.

Yes, Cow CAN eat steak in Mario Kart World. pic.twitter.com/qN5PZ9IIM4

— IGN (@IGN) April 4, 2025

During our session, we observed the Cow enjoying various other foods, including the much-discussed burger. While other racers change costumes after consuming these items, the Cow doesn't seem to experience any visible effects. This raises questions: Is she simply eating for pleasure? Could there be a hidden power-up associated with her food consumption that Nintendo has yet to unveil? Or are these perhaps plant-based alternatives?

IGN reached out to Nintendo for clarification, but we're still awaiting a response. It's likely they're preoccupied with the New York event rather than dodging our "unhinged" question about Cow's dietary habits.

In the meantime, don't miss out on our Mario Kart World preview, which includes a delightful appearance by our bovine friend, the Cow.