Print Hodag 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dash Decent' by Comicraft, 'Autumn Voyage' by Hanoded, 'Averta PE' and 'Averta Standard PE' by Intelligent Design, 'Avenir Next Paneuropean' by Linotype, and 'Sebino Soft' by Nine Font (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: kids branding, packaging, posters, headlines, stickers, playful, friendly, bubbly, casual, quirky, friendly impact, handmade charm, cartoon voice, bold display, rounded, chunky, soft, cartoonish, bouncy.
A very heavy, rounded display face with soft corners and blobby, hand-drawn contours. Strokes are monoline in feel with minimal contrast, and counters are compact, producing dense, inked-in shapes. The geometry leans toward inflated bowls and stubby terminals, with a slightly uneven rhythm and variable glyph widths that reinforce an informal, drawn look. Lowercase forms are simple and sturdy with short extenders, and the overall texture reads as smooth, bold silhouettes rather than sharp letterfit detail.
Best suited to short, bold applications such as kids-focused branding, playful packaging, stickers, and headline typography where the chunky silhouettes can shine. It works well for signage, event promos, and social graphics that benefit from friendly impact, but is less ideal for long passages due to its dense counters and strong color.
The font projects a cheerful, approachable tone with a childlike, cartoon energy. Its bouncy shapes and cushioned weight feel warm and non-serious, suggesting fun, snacks-and-stickers friendliness rather than formality. The irregularities add personality and a handmade sincerity that can feel whimsical and a bit goofy in the best way.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum friendliness and visibility through oversized weight, rounded construction, and a hand-drawn, slightly irregular rhythm. It prioritizes character and instant recognition over precision, aiming for a cartoon-like voice that feels casual and inviting.
At text sizes the heavy weight and tight interior spaces make counters and apertures close up quickly, so it reads best with generous size and spacing. The all-caps set stays compact and rounded, while the numerals match the same inflated, poster-like presence for loud, attention-getting figures.