Hollow Knight: Silksong Tops Switch 2 eShop Charts September 2025

September 2025 marks a unique period for Nintendo as it features no new first-party releases for the Switch 2, leading to widespread anticipation of a Nintendo Direct showcase to revitalize excitement ahead of the holiday season. Hollow Knight: Silksong has dominated the gaming scene with its recent release, topping the Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts and sustaining strong sales alongside other titles like Star Wars Outlaws and Donkey Kong Bananza. The much-anticipated Professor Layton and the New World of Steam, announced in early 2023, remains without a confirmed release date but is expected to be featured in the rumored September Direct, potentially arriving as a holiday release with possible Switch 2 enhancements. In Japan, Donkey Kong Bananza continues to hold the top spot on the Switch 2 eShop, while Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar makes a notable debut among the best-selling games. Despite the hype surrounding Hollow Knight: Silksong, some players feel it falls short of classic metroidvania titles like Super Metroid and Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, though it is still regarded as a solid indie game and visually impressive on the Switch 2. Overall, the month showcases strong third-party support and high player engagement as Nintendo prepares for future first-party announcements.