Sonic Rebound Episode 6 Review – The Fate of Dr. Eggman

Shadow really does elevate the entire experience

We’re officially less than a day away from the premiere of Sonic Rebound Episode 7 – Silent Sniper, and the hype is real. It’s been two years since Episode 6 dropped, so revisiting it now for this Sonic Rebound Episode 6 review felt like the perfect lead-up. This was my first time rewatching it since release, and honestly? It hits even harder the second time around. This one was fun to revisit, and it’s easily one of the best in the series so far.

The Fate of Dr. Eggman centers on Shadow, who’s ready to shut Mr. Tinker down for good. After that Eggmanland name-drop in the last episode, Shadow’s convinced he’s still a threat, amnesia or not. Sonic, of course, steps in to defend him, and what we get is an absolutely epic Sonic vs. Shadow showdown. Meanwhile, Team Chaotix gets a little off-the-books help from Rouge, which moves the story closer to what’s coming in Episode 7.

From start to finish, this episode is just solid all around. I’ve said it before, but Shadow is my favorite Sonic character – he’s basically the Vegeta of this world (and yes, Vegeta is also my favorite DBZ character). That dynamic really shines here. Watching Sonic try to reason with Shadow felt just like Goku trying to stop Vegeta from going too far. The tone, the pacing, the character beats – it all just worked. And seeing Shadow get humbled just a bit by Sonic? Always satisfying.

Now let’s talk about the action – it’s top-tier. The Sonic vs. Shadow fight looked fantastic. Backgrounds were detailed, animation flowed smoothly, and everything felt cohesive and professional. For a fan series, this episode might have the cleanest production yet. No noticeable dips in quality, no janky frames – it just moved.

The audio was just as polished. I love me some Sonic Unleashed tracks, but when that Sonic Heroes music kicked in during the battle? I was locked in. That alone leveled up the hype. Voice acting was also on point. Mardiculous as Shadow delivered a performance that felt straight out of early Sonic X – Jason Griffith vibes, for sure. And BulmaBunny absolutely nailed Rouge – she is the voice I want for her in the games, period. Also, Espio finally sounded like a real character again thanks to Swordtee40. Gone is the flat “ninja-bot,” and in his place is someone with actual tone and inflection. Huge improvement.

The balance between story and action is really what sets this episode apart. While Sonic and Shadow are clashing, the plot continues to move with Team Chaotix and Rouge making progress in the background. Knowing what’s coming in Episode 7, this episode perfectly sets the stage. And yeah, this is my favorite episode so far. Makes sense that Sonic’s Vegeta would outshine Sonic’s Piccolo (sorry, not sorry, Knuckles). It’s always been like that, even in the mainline games and shows.

With Episode 7 right around the corner, I’m more than ready. We’re finally getting more Whisper, and the multiverse stuff is about to crack wide open. If the tease at the end of Episode 6 is any indication, we’re in for something special. Full review for Silent Sniper drops tomorrow afternoon. Don’t miss it!

The Fate of Dr. Eggman

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Summary

Episode 6 of Sonic Rebound delivers an intense Sonic vs. Shadow battle while pushing the story into new territory. The visuals and audio are top-notch, and the voice performances elevate the entire experience. It’s the strongest entry so far and sets the stage perfectly for Episode 7.

May 23, 2025

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Sonic Rebound Episode 5: Mr. Tinker Review – The Story Must Go On

This one felt a little like filler

You ever watch an episode of a show that isn’t filler but feels like filler? That’s how I felt watching Episode 5 of Sonic Rebound, Mr. Tinker. Think Dragon Ball Z levels of “this probably matters later, but right now I’m just along for the ride.” It’s not a bad episode by any means—just the most self-contained one so far.

To be fair, that’s not really on GamerGuyd7Aces. He’s pulling straight from the IDW Sonic comics here, and this episode sticks close to the source. The big creative swing already happened in Episode 4 with the reveal that Dr. Robotnik from the Archie Sonic continuity is the real villain in Rebound. That twist still holds weight—and let me just say, Protagonist absolutely owns the role. His Robotnik voice is pitch perfect.

This time around, Sonic heads to a quiet mountain village where Team Chaotix—Vector, Espio, and Charmy—have discovered a familiar face. Only thing is, Eggman doesn’t remember being Eggman. He’s calling himself Mr. Tinker now, living a peaceful life and genuinely helping people. He’s kind, soft-spoken, and totally unaware of his past as the world’s biggest menace. Naturally, this raises a huge question: if the villain has no memory of his crimes, does he still deserve to pay for them?

I liked seeing the Chaotix crew again, and they were handled well. Charmy wasn’t nearly as irritating as usual, which is always a win. Vector was perfectly cast—Trevzed sounds almost exactly like pre-2010 Vector, and I respect the accuracy. Espio’s voice was just okay for me, and honestly, he hasn’t sounded great since the Sonic Rivals era. The uncredited VA here was fine, but something about the newer direction for Espio never fully clicks with me.

Visuals? Mostly strong. There were a few dips, but nothing that killed the vibe. The opening scene with Sonic and Espio running corkscrews through the mountain while fighting Badniks? That was sick. It was fast, colorful, and smooth—just not consistently that way all the way through. But the use of Sonic Unleashed music again? Always a win.

Voice-wise, Paxton Lee continues to impress as Sonic. I actually thought it was still BobbyDubs in Episode 3 and 4, which says a lot. Paxton stepped in quietly and nailed it. Politics aside, I still have a soft spot for Mike Pollock’s Eggman, so Colin’s version didn’t quite do it for me—but again, that’s more personal bias than anything else. The episode also gives us a quick tease of Shadow and Rouge at the end, and Mardiculous’ Shadow sounds so close to Jason Griffith’s take that I couldn’t help but get hyped.

So yeah, even though this one felt a little slower, it’s not filler—it really does move the story forward. It just felt like a side quest until Shadow and Rouge popped up. I still liked it more than Episode 3, but not as much as 2, and definitely not as much as 4. That said, it’s still a good episode. Five episodes in, and not a single one has been bad—and for a fan series, that’s seriously impressive. The second arc has officially begun, and tomorrow we’re diving into Episode 6, where Sonic and Shadow go head-to-head over the fate of Dr. Eggman. You won’t want to miss it.

Mr. Tinker