In a delightful break from the usual news cycle, IGN recently attended a Nintendo event in New York where they delved into the whimsical world of Mario Kart World. The highlight? The introduction of a new playable character, the Moo Moo Meadows Cow, which has sparked a wave of excitement and curiosity among fans.
The announcement of Mario Kart World brought with it the charming addition of the Cow, previously a mere background figure in the Moo Moo Meadows track. The internet has since been abuzz with memes and fanart celebrating this new racer. However, the reveal also raised a quirky question: if the Cow can race, can she also eat beef?
During the Nintendo Direct 2 trailer, Mario was seen enjoying a burger, leading fans to wonder if the Cow, whose kind are typically associated with beef production, would partake in such a meal. At the Nintendo preview event, IGN confirmed that not only can the Cow eat burgers, but she can also indulge in a variety of other foods available at Yoshi's diner locations throughout the game's courses. These diners function much like drive-thrus, where racers can grab take-out bags containing items such as burgers, steak kebabs, pizza, and donuts.
Interestingly, while other characters undergo costume changes upon consuming these food items, the Cow appears unaffected. This has led to speculation about the nature of these foods. Are they veggie burgers and plant-based kebabs, or does the Cow simply enjoy them without any transformative effects? Perhaps there's a hidden power-up at play that Nintendo has yet to unveil.
IGN reached out to Nintendo for clarification but has not received a response, likely due to the bustling New York event rather than the peculiarity of the inquiry. For those intrigued by this new addition to the Mario Kart universe, IGN's preview of Mario Kart World, featuring the Cow, is available for viewing.
This playful twist in Mario Kart World not only adds a layer of fun and curiosity to the game but also showcases Nintendo's ability to engage and entertain its fanbase with unexpected and delightful elements.