Sans Other Obby 2 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Brocks' and 'Stallman Round' by Par Défaut (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, game ui, logotypes, packaging, industrial, arcade, techno, brutalist, military, impact, machined feel, retro digital, signage, angular, blocky, square counters, notched corners, condensed caps.
A compact, block-constructed sans with tightly packed proportions and heavy rectangular strokes. Letterforms are built from straight segments with frequent chamfered or notched corners, producing a stepped, geometric silhouette. Counters tend to be square or slit-like, and joins are abrupt, giving the design a crisp, machined rhythm. The lowercase follows the same modular logic as the uppercase, with simplified bowls and sharp terminals; numerals are similarly squared and display-oriented.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, titles, and branding marks where its angular construction can be appreciated. It also fits game interfaces, tech-themed graphics, and packaging/labels that benefit from a rugged, display-forward voice; it’s less ideal for long passages at small sizes due to tight counters and dense texture.
The overall tone feels tough and mechanical, with a retro-digital edge reminiscent of arcade graphics and industrial labeling. Its angular cuts and dense massing communicate urgency and authority, reading as utilitarian rather than friendly or literary.
This design appears intended to deliver a strong, modular display sans with a distinctly engineered character. The consistent use of straight strokes and chamfered cuts suggests a goal of evoking industrial signage and retro digital typography while maintaining clear, emblem-like letter silhouettes.
Spacing appears deliberately tight and the internal apertures are relatively small, which amplifies the bold, stencil-like presence at larger sizes. Distinctive notches in letters like V/W and the squared, enclosed shapes in forms such as O/Q reinforce a constructed, emblematic look.