Reviewers from platforms like Bubbleblabber and community discussions on Reddit praise the English dub for adding a layer of visceral emotion to the episode:
: The episode ends on a terrifying cliffhanger as Bertholdt transforms in mid-air, creating a massive explosion that leaves the Survey Corps' fate—particularly Hange and Moblit—uncertain. Voice Acting & Dub Highlights Shingeki no Kyojin Season 3 Part 2 (Dub) Episode 3
: After seasons of being in Reiner’s shadow, Bertholdt finally steps up as a primary threat. His confrontation with Armin highlights a new, cold resolve—shifting from a timid, remorseful boy to a warrior ready to "annihilate" his former friends for his mission. cold resolve—shifting from a timid