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The other valuable addition to the fight is Elizabeth herself. While she never fires a weapon, she will scrounge up ammo, health kits and "salts" (which power your vigors). She can also reveal extra weaponry by opening "tears" to alternate universes
-- a skill that becomes ever more important as the game proceeds. Indeed, "Bioshock Infinite" is as much Elizabeth's story as it is Booker's. In her, Levine and Irrational have created one of the most vivid virtual characters ever, a woman who's smart, naive, resourceful, despairing, kind-hearted, angry
-- as well-rounded a human as you'll find in any medium. Much of the credit goes to the stellar voice work of Courtnee Draper, with a key assist from Troy Baker in the role of Booker. "BioShock Infinite" sets a new standard for video-game storytelling, delivering a complex tale in often surprising ways. It's a brazen satire of some of the most unpleasant aspects of American history, from both sides of the political spectrum. It's mind-bending science fiction that isn't afraid to challenge its audience. Most of all, it's the story of two very messed-up people trying to survive in a chaotic universe. Four stars out of four. ___ Online:
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