The wait is almost over for fans of the classic Tomb Raider series. After months of silence, there has been an update regarding the long-awaited fan-made remake of Tomb Raider 2 - aptly titled 'Tomb Raider: The Dagger of Xian'. While it may not be a full-fledged announcement from Square Enix or Crystal Dynamics themselves, any news about another installment in this beloved franchise is always welcome.

The latest screenshots shared by the project's lead on Twitter offer a glimpse into what fans can expect from this fan-made remake. Although details are scarce at this stage, the images do suggest that progress has indeed been made since we last heard anything new.

For those who may have forgotten (or never knew), Tomb Raider 2 was originally released in 1997 for several platforms and is widely regarded as one of - if not THE - best games within the series. The gameplay combines elements of action-adventure with platforming, set against a backdrop of ancient ruins and treacherous environments.

Now fast forward to present day where modding communities have taken matters into their own hands when major publishers seem unwilling or unable (or perhaps both) to continue supporting beloved IPs like Tomb Raider. This particular remake is being developed using the powerful Unreal Engine 4, which should certainly bring a modern feel to what many will fondly remember as one of gaming's most iconic experiences.

So while we still have quite some time before this fan-made masterpiece hits our screens (literally speaking), these latest screenshots do offer hope that it'll be worth waiting for. With the current state of gaming and the constant streamlining / remastering / re-releasing of classic titles, sometimes it's nice to see dedicated fans taking matters into their own hands once again.

Here are some key points about this Tomb Raider 2 fan-made remake:

* The game is being developed by a team of passionate modders using Unreal Engine 4.

* There has been an update regarding the project with new screenshots shared online recently.

* No official release date or platform(s) have yet been confirmed.

* Fans should expect improved graphics and possibly other modernized elements compared to the original title.

For now, we'll just have to keep our fingers crossed that this fan-made remake will eventually see the light of day. Until then, let's all hope for some positive news from Square Enix or Crystal Dynamics regarding an official Tomb Raider 2 remaster/sequel in development... a man can dream, right?

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