McDonald's releases new first of its kind Happy Meal in the UK

McDonald’s has announced an all-new Happy Meal coming to the UK, which is the first of its kind. The fast food chain’s bosses confirmed the new themed product will be available in restaurants across the country from today (Wednesday, May 8), according to the LiverpoolEcho.

McDonald’s is known for its signature staples such as the Big Mac, but have a revolving menu of favourites throughout the year. Last month the chain revealed it was bringing back the Chicken Big Mac, Cheese & Herb Melts, as well as the new Lotus Biscoff Frappe.

It has now announced a new, first of its kind Happy Meal celebrating all things anime. The new change will see the kids' meal boasting Yu-Gi-Oh! X Hello Kitty and Friends plush toys.

From Wednesday, May 8, each Happy Meal will come with one of ten Yu-Gi-Oh! X Hello Kitty and Friends plush toys. The range will feature in kids' meals until Tuesday, June 18.

A McDonald's spokesperson said: "In a year of celebrations with not one but three anniversaries (Hello Kitty and McDonald’s UK celebrate their 50th anniversaries whilst Yu-Gi-Oh! has its 25th Card Game anniversary), what better way to mark the occasion than with an exciting anime takeover.

"Never before have these two anime worlds collided so, whether it’s your first experience with either franchise or you’re an avid fan, don’t miss the exclusive opportunity to enjoy this anime special with Happy Meal.”

Alternatively, customers will have the option to opt for a book instead of a toy. Happy Meal buyers will be able to choose between one of two Little People Big Dreams books: "I Can Be an Awesome Performer" or "I Can Be a Curious Scientist".