Other than appearance, one of the key differences between face characters and fur characters is that face characters talk, while fur characters generally do not.

At Walt Disney World in 2026, Mickey and Minnie Mouse generally do not "talk" during traditional character meet-and-greets. Instead, they communicate using expressive body language, gestures, and pantomime to interact with guests. This "silent" approach is the standard across all Disney theme parks to ensure a consistent experience for visitors of all ages and languages. While a technology for "Talking Mickey" was briefly implemented years ago at the Town Square Theater in Magic Kingdom—allowing Mickey to move his mouth and speak personalized phrases—Disney has since retired that version to maintain the "fur character" tradition and avoid inconsistencies between different versions of the character appearing throughout the resort. You can still hear their iconic voices during stage shows, parades, and digital media, but in person, they rely on hugs, high-fives, and hand signals to share the magic.