In 2009, Disney began to rebrand the character again by putting less emphasis on his pleasant, cheerful side and reintroducing the more mischievous and adventurous sides of his personality, beginning with the video game Epic Mickey.
It was said by Lillian Disney, his wife, that over the years, Mickey and Walt grew together and were mirrors of each other's personality.
Despite being very heroic, Mickey prefers to be laid back and enjoys the serene moments of life above all.