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I heard somewhere that globally, Mario is more recognizable by people than Mickey mouse.

I've gone back and forth on whether I believe that, but what a amazing concept if it's true! What do you think?

I wouldn't be surprised. Probably because Mickey hasn't starred in anything relevant for a large part of the younger generation in many years, maybe even decades. Disney doesn't really make movies staring Mickey anymore. Mickey in games exists but is also rare and usually these games are fairly niche.

I’d be surprised if it isn’t true. Mickey Mouse hasn’t been very present anymore outside of Kingdom Hearts and the Disney parks.

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