Can't Update Boot Camp Graphics Card Driver

Greetings,
I have an iMac (2011) running 10.7.2
I created a windows partition (windows 7 Ultimate edition) which has played Crysis II, Fallout New Vegas, etc.
I recently bought Battlefield 3 and, when I try to run it, it says that my Graphics Card Drivers are out of date. As a result, the game continuously crashes (despite the iMac easily being able to run the game).
What are my options for updating the drivers? I know that updates are usually in the form of software updates, directly from Apple.
Am I simply screwed until they decide to update their drivers?
A little clarification: I'm trying to install the "catalyst mobility 64-bit utility" for Windows 7 (64-Bit).
When I try to update my driver, through the AMD website it says
"AMD Catalyst Mobility cannot be downloaded due to incompatible hardware/software on your computer. Your computer does not contain a proper graphics adapter"
Any ideas?
iMac, Mac OS X (10.7.2)

Thread with similar problem and solution here https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3363082?tstart=0
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