McDonald's launches new menu including limited edition chicken nuggets
McDonald’s has collaborated with Microsoft and Xbox to launch a delicious new menu inspired by cult-favourite games like Halo, World of Warcraft, Fallout and more. Here’s everything you need to know, including exactly when you can get your hands on it.
Earlier this summer, McDonald’s debuted a major menu shakeup featuring the Big Arch with bacon, a new line of dips including hot honey, and returning McFlurries seemingly beloved by the likes of Rivals actress Emily Atack.
The fast-food icon also recently launched its first-ever Happy Meal collaboration with Crocs alongside a collection of beverages, including an iced vanilla matcha frappé and various Sprite Zero concoctions.
Now it’s time for another menu makeover—and this time video games are taking centre stage.
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On Tuesday (25 August), six savoury and sweet options were added to the McDonald’s menu, each one inspired by the Microsoft and Xbox gaming universe.
Black Pepper and Garlic McNuggets
The first, originally introduced by McDonald’s Japan, is a punnet of Black Pepper and Garlic McNuggets inspired by the Halo moa nuggets.
In-game, these nuggets are an incredibly rare and expensive delicacy.
You can nab yours—made with 100 percent chicken breast—in packs of six, nine or 20 from £5.39.
The fan-favourite Black Pepper and Garlic McNuggets are served with a sweet and sour dip.
Fiery Buffalo Dip
Fans can pick up a Fiery Buffalo Dip, inspired by World of Warcraft’s Lord of Fire, Ragnaros for 70p.
Blamco Cheesy Potato Bites
Fallout 76 fans: did you think McDonald’s forgot about you? This August, the restaurant chain is selling its take on Blamco Mac and Cheese in the form of Blamco Cheesy Potato Bites.
The bite-sized snack features crispy potato rings filled to the brim with melty cheese, served with ketchup. Prices start from £2.69.
Sprite Zero x Sour Cherry Fizz
Wash down with a Forza Horizon 6-inspired cup of Sour Cherry Fizz—the company’s latest Sprite Zero creation made with sugar-free sour cherry-flavoured syrup. Pick yours up for a limited time from £2.29.
New McFlurry
A Candy Crush McFlurry, made with soft dairy ice cream, swirled with chocolate-covered biscuit and an indulgent chocolate sauce, has also been added to the list.
Prices start from £1.99.
Overwatch-boxed Doughnut
If you fancy a baked good, then pick up the classic McCafe Sugar Doughnut in a new Overwatch packet for £2.19.
McDonald's Side Missions
Excitingly, fans can now take part in McDonald’s Side Missions to earn digital badges, unlock exclusive food offers, and weekend loot drops.
Prizes up for grabs include a car voucher for Forza Horizon 6, a Fallout 76 Sugar Bomb Bundle, and a Red Hot Portable Bakery for World of Warcraft.
In-game exclusive rewards **also include Master Chief Armour in Halo: Campaign Evolved, a Booster Bundle in Candy Crush, and a Kiriko Donut Break Emote in Overwatch.
Speaking about this year's Side Missions, Tim Kenward, Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer, McDonald’s UK & Ireland, said: "Gaming is all about imagination and the worlds we love to get lost in.
“What excites me about this partnership is that we're bringing parts of these iconic gaming worlds to life, giving fans the chance to experience food they have only ever seen on screen. As a huge Fallout fan, I’m most excited for the Blamco Cheesy Potato Bites.”
Pick up items from the new menu from Tuesday 25 August.
Ella Scott