New direct x patch?

[eatmyshorts]

Does anyone know if there is a Direct X patch for the newest version for xp?
I don't have vista and don't plan on getting it anytime soon but I want to get Halo 2 which only works with the newest version of direct x.

[Kif]

I know a workaround patch was released, but you can't play it online.

[eatmyshorts]

I know a workaround patch was released, but you can't play it online.

That's ok. I don't like playing online with 13 year olds kicking my ***. link?