Sync ipod games onto new computer

I purchased some ipod games & downloaded them to my laptop which has since died.
I have transfered all my i-tunes to my new computer but how do I do the same with the games? I can't sync my ipod for fear I'll lose the games
any ideas?

go to www.versiontracker.com
there should be third party software that will allow you to take the games from your ipod and transfer them on to the new computer
KoDor

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