Restoring iTunes Games

I recently upgraded to a new computer and was able to bring all my iTunes music, podcasts, and videos back, but I did NOT get any of the games. I'm affraid to sync the games because it will remove what is on my iPod classic. I looked at aftermarket software packages, but I couldn't find one that restores games. I really don't want to have to buy them again. Can anyone suggest how I can get my games back on my iTunes?

I would have expected that since games are just another type of iTunes purchase you could use iTunes to copy your purchases directly from the iPod to the computer. I don't have any games so I can't give any more personal advice on this but you'll find details in this article: Copying iTunes Store purchases from your iPod or iPhone to a computer
In the area of third party solutions I believe TouchCopy will transfer games from an iPod, you can find it at this link: TouchCopy

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