Taking a break from the usual news frenzy about tariffs and Nintendo Switch 2 pricing, let's dive into something delightfully quirky this Friday. IGN had the chance to play Mario Kart World at a recent Nintendo event in New York, and they've confirmed an intriguing detail: the new Moo Moo Meadows Cow character can indeed indulge in a variety of foods, including burgers and steak.

For those not in the loop, Mario Kart World recently introduced the Moo Moo Meadows Cow as a playable racer. This announcement sent waves of excitement through the gaming community, sparking a flurry of memes and fanart celebrating the once-background character's new prominence.

But as the news spread, fans stumbled upon a curious detail from the Nintendo Direct 2 trailer: Mario was seen eating a burger. Given that burgers are usually made from beef, the question arose—could Cow, who represents a species potentially used for beef, consume beef herself? The fanbase was eager to find out.

Imagine if the cow gets a transformation costume.

At the Nintendo preview event, IGN got the answer. The food items featured in the trailer are available at Yoshi's diner locations across 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 diverse, ranging from burgers and steak kebabs to 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 their session, IGN observed Cow consuming various items, including the controversial burger. While other racers might change costumes after eating these items, Cow doesn't seem to undergo any visible transformation. This raises questions: Is Cow eating beef simply because she enjoys it? Is there a hidden power-up from consuming these foods that Nintendo hasn't yet revealed? Or could these be vegetarian options like veggie burgers and Beyond meat kebabs?

IGN reached out to Nintendo for clarification but hasn't received a response yet. It's likely because they're preoccupied with their New York event, and not because the question is, well, a bit out there. Right?

In the meantime, don't miss our preview of Mario Kart World, which includes a video featuring our new favorite racer, Cow.