Indie developer thinks Disney likely ripped off Doctor Strange fight scene from their game Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Indie developer thinks Disney likely ripped off Doctor Strange fight scene from their game "I'd say it's highly probable." News by Tom Phillips Deputy Editor Published on 18 May 2022 17 comments Solo developer Stephen Ddungu believes Disney and Marvel likely copied his indie game for an eye-catching fight sequence in the recent Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Ddungu has been chronicling his work on music-based JRPG Sword of Symphony via Tiktok, where footage of the game's combat system has notched up millions of views (thanks, Kotaku). His game allows you to conjur glowing musical notes in mid-air and send them flinging towards an enemy. If you've seen the new Doctor Strange, you'll likely recognise that description - since a short sequence in the film sees Benedict Cumberbatch doing just that. Watch on YouTube A teaser trailer for Sword of Symphony. On Tiktok, fans of Ddungu's work highlighted the similarities between the two and suggested Disney had seen the game in development. Indeed, the timing appears to work out. Various sources who worked on Doctor Strange in the Multiversus of Madness have indicated the fight sequence was only added late last year, as part of the film's reportedly extensive reshoots. Bro I think Dr. Strange jacked your idea - Samurai Shadow (@SamuraiShadow2) May 13, 2022 To see this content please enable targeting cookies. Manage cookie settings "Based on a multitude of primary sources that support the notion they did, I'd say it's 'highly probable' and I wouldn't be surprised if it was true," Ddungu told Kotaku. "All the sources (which quote the people who made the film directly) strongly imply the scene wasn't in the film's original script and that it was a last-minute move executed at least three months after Sword of Symphony went viral and received praise for its concept. So when everyone's telling me they ripped off my work, after scrutinising the surrounding evidence, I can understand why people have that view." Disney has been contacted for comment. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 8 Nintendo Switch firmware update lets you take screenshots in the Switch Online app The app on your console, not your phone. 7 Latest Articles Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Jelly Deals Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset is its lowest-ever price during Amazon's Early Access sale Prime Members can get it for just £52. Jelly Deals Save over £500 off the retail price on this beefy ASUS TUF Dash gaming laptop from Amazon Under £1080 for an RTX 3070 laptop. Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store