Sans Faceted Lidu 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, logos, posters, gaming ui, signage, techno, futuristic, arcade, industrial, modular, interface aesthetic, sci-fi styling, geometric system, industrial labeling, octagonal, chamfered, angular, geometric, stencil-like.
A geometric sans built from straight strokes and clipped corners, replacing curves with crisp chamfers that create an octagonal, faceted silhouette throughout. Stems are uniform in thickness with squared terminals and frequent 45° cuts, producing a consistent, mechanical rhythm. Counters tend to be rectilinear and compact, with rounded forms (like O/C/G) rendered as multi-sided shapes; joins stay clean and planar rather than softened. The uppercase reads sturdy and engineered, while the lowercase mirrors the same construction with simple, modular forms and minimal variation between similar letters, emphasizing a systematic design.
Best suited to display work such as headlines, branding marks, posters, and packaging where the angular construction can be a focal point. It also fits interface-style typography for gaming or sci‑fi themed UI, labels, and signage where crisp geometry and strong silhouettes aid quick recognition.
The overall tone feels futuristic and technical, with a retro-digital edge reminiscent of arcade graphics, sci‑fi interfaces, and industrial labeling. The sharp facets and disciplined geometry suggest precision and machinery, giving headlines a crisp, synthetic presence rather than a humanist warmth.
The design appears intended to translate digital or engineered aesthetics into a clean, consistent alphabet by substituting traditional curves with planar facets. Its emphasis on uniform strokes and chamfered geometry aims for a robust, systematized look that remains legible while projecting a distinctly technical character.
The faceting is applied consistently across letters and numerals, which helps maintain coherence in mixed-case settings. Numerals follow the same octagonal logic, keeping widths and internal shapes visually compatible with caps for UI-like readouts. The design’s strong corner language can make small sizes feel busy, but it becomes striking when given space.