Four of the biggest video game franchises will be ready to purchase along with the new Xbox 360 in December, thanks to Electronic Arts.

FIFA 06: Road to the World Cup, Madden 06, NBA LIVE 06 and Tiger Woods PGA Tour 06 will be on shelves on December 2nd, according to EA's head office in Chertsey.

Along with Need For Speed: Most Wanted, EA have a considerable chunk of the launch line-up ready and waiting to ship.