Slab Square Tyfy 2 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Slab' by Artegra, 'Hefring Slab' by Inhouse Type, 'College Game JNL' by Jeff Levine, 'Fenomen Slab' by Signature Type Foundry, and 'Defender' by Storm Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, sports branding, packaging, headlines, signage, sporty, retro, assertive, industrial, headline, impact, speed, economy, bold branding, retro flavor, slab serif, square terminals, heavy weight, oblique slant, compact width.
A compact, heavy slab serif with a strong oblique slant and broadly squared terminals. Strokes are thick and consistent, with sturdy, block-like serifs that read as cut-in slabs rather than delicate brackets. Counters are relatively tight and the overall rhythm is dense, giving the alphabet a compressed, muscular texture. The lowercase follows the same forceful construction, with short extenders, sturdy joins, and a no-nonsense, squared-off finish that stays crisp in both letters and numerals.
Best suited to display applications such as posters, sports branding, packaging labels, and attention-grabbing headlines where a compact, forceful voice is needed. It can also work for short callouts and signage, especially when set with comfortable spacing to offset the dense letterforms.
The tone is bold and energetic, with a distinctly retro display feel that recalls athletic lettering and mid-century advertising. Its dense, leaning stance suggests speed and impact, while the slab construction adds a pragmatic, workmanlike edge. Overall it feels confident, loud, and built to command attention.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a condensed footprint, pairing a forward-leaning stance with stout slabs for a strong, high-visibility signature. It prioritizes punchy silhouettes and sturdy terminals to evoke speed, strength, and a vintage commercial flavor.
In text settings the heavy weight and tight interior spaces create a dark color, so larger sizes and generous tracking help keep word shapes open. The italic angle is a defining feature, contributing to a sense of motion even in short phrases or single-word marks.