Sans Other Obri 5 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Stallman Round' by Par Défaut and 'Goodland' by Swell Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, game ui, packaging, industrial, arcade, mechanical, techno, brutalist, high impact, compact display, tech styling, modular geometry, blocky, stencil-like, angular, square, compact.
A compact, all-caps-forward sans with heavy, rectilinear construction and tight internal counters. Strokes are largely monolinear and terminate in flat, squared ends, while many joins are cut with small diagonal notches that create a subtly faceted silhouette. The lowercase follows the same block-built logic with simplified shapes and minimal curvature, producing a consistent, modular rhythm across text. Numerals and punctuation match the dense, geometric proportions, favoring squared bowls and narrow apertures for a rigid, engineered look.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as posters, headlines, logotypes, game/UI overlays, and bold packaging callouts. It can also work for labels or signage-style graphics where a compact, mechanical feel is desired, but extended reading at small sizes may be limited by the tight counters and dense texture.
The overall tone is industrial and game-like, evoking arcade title screens, machinery labels, and hard-edged sci‑fi interfaces. Its assertive mass and chiseled corners feel utilitarian and slightly aggressive, emphasizing impact over softness or warmth.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum punch in a compact width while maintaining a consistent, modular geometry. The notched corners and slit counters suggest an intention to add a machined, techno identity to an otherwise simple block sans, prioritizing a strong silhouette and distinctive texture in display use.
The design relies on distinctive interior cut-ins and slit-like counters to differentiate similar forms (e.g., B/R/P, O/Q), which adds character but increases visual density. Spacing appears tight and the strong verticals create a pronounced, marching texture in longer lines, making the face most comfortable at display sizes where the internal openings remain clear.