Sonic the Hedgehog arrives in the ruins of New Megaopolis, where he gazes upon the only structure still standing: the Eggdome. Making his way across the ruins towards it, Sonic recalls the early battles between the Freedom Fighters and Dr. Eggman in Robotropolis. After that city's destruction, Eggman relocated to New Megaopolis, which was subsequently destroyed by Enerjak, leaving only the Eggdome, which Eggman was in the process of building up prior to his disappearance. Sonic is convinced that Eggman must be hiding within; his suspicion is confirmed as Eggman is seen watching him on monitors from a secret level of the fortress. Eggman gloats over Sonic's inability to find him, and his plans to confront Sonic again when he deems it appropriate. Snively then enters and asks if his uncle is