Whoaa there, I'm not talking about a HL2 hack scenario here - Ubisoft have just signed an exclusive digital distribution deal with IGN via their Direct2Drive download site. This will include all of their new and future titles, so it's reasonable to assume that HOMMV might also be available for download this time next year.
Unfortunately, I won't be downloading it (even if I wanted to) as Direct2Drive is still only available to North American customers. You guys get all the good stuff :( ........

Read more on IGN.com.