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Following a recent objection to Majesco’s Cooking Mama World Kitchen made by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, Mama herself has taken a stand against claims that her game isn’t as innocent as it first looks.
On its website PETA wrote: “If Mama knew what happened to animals on factory farms, she very well might want Majesco Entertainment to make a new Cooking Mama game that is much more animal-friendly. And while we’re excited that Mama is going to be more vegetable-friendly in the upcoming Gardening Mama game, we’d love to see a more vegetarian-friendly Mama as well.”
The animal rights organisation also asked supporters to contact Majesco asking that they release a game featuring only vegetarian recipes. A flash game was also created, parodying the Cooking Mama series.
Majesco has today responded to PETA, with Mama herself having a few words to say on the matter.
“I would never put rat in my Ratatouille,” said Mama. “Like any accomplished cook, I create my recipes to appeal to a broad range of tastes and preferences. My only goal is to ensure you leave the table well fed.”
Majesco points out that World Kitchen features 51 recipes from around the world, ranging from vegetarian fare like miso soup and rice cakes to international delicacies like ginger pork and octopus dumplings. The game features more than 25 vegetarian-friendly recipes including breakfast, dinner, dessert and snack options.
The publisher also added: “… while Mama is not a vegetarian, she fully supports the humane treatment of animals, particularly for her canine protégé Max who makes his doggie debut in World Kitchen.”
Cooking Mama World Kitchen will be released in Europe by 505 Games. Exclusively for Wii in 2009.
