Sans Other Ifvu 5 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Rice' by Font Kitchen, 'Chreed' by Glyphminds Studios, 'Ruden' by Panatype Studio, 'Contraption' by Pink Broccoli, 'Heroic Condensed' by TypeTrust, and 'Polate' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, posters, headlines, packaging, apparel, sports, action, industrial, energetic, retro, impact, space saving, motion, ruggedness, display, condensed, slanted, blocky, angular, compact.
A condensed, slanted sans with heavy, compact letterforms and an overall squared, industrial build. Strokes are broadly uniform with clipped terminals and occasional angled cuts that create sharp internal corners and a slightly mechanical texture. Counters are tight and apertures tend to be narrow, producing strong density and a rhythmic, forward-leaning silhouette. The lowercase is similarly compact with a restrained x-height feel and simplified joins, while the figures follow the same tall, pressed proportions for consistent color in lines of text.
Best suited to display roles such as sports identities, event posters, impactful headlines, and bold packaging where compression and slant add urgency. It also fits apparel graphics and label-style typography where a dense, muscular word shape is desired. For small text or extended reading, it will typically perform better with added spacing and shorter line lengths.
The style reads as fast, forceful, and utilitarian, with a distinctly sporty tone. Its aggressive slant and compressed shapes suggest motion and impact, giving it a retro display energy reminiscent of athletic graphics and action-oriented branding.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, emphasizing speed and punch through a strong slant, compressed proportions, and hard-edged terminals. It prioritizes a cohesive, high-energy word shape over openness, making it well matched to attention-grabbing titles and branding.
Because the forms are tightly packed and the counters are small, the face creates strong dark mass and benefits from generous tracking and leading in longer settings. The angular cuts and compact bowls help it hold a gritty, stamped feel, especially at larger sizes where the sculpted details become more apparent.