Print Rikod 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Balloon' by Bitstream, 'Balloon EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Balloon SB' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, and 'Balloon No2' and 'Balloon Pro' by SoftMaker (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, stickers, playful, friendly, casual, retro, bouncy, handmade feel, high impact, friendly tone, display focus, rounded, brushy, chunky, soft, lively.
A heavy, brush-like italic with rounded terminals and a compact, slightly irregular rhythm. Strokes are thick and monolinear in feel, with soft corners and occasional wedge-like joins that suggest a fast marker or brush. Letterforms lean consistently forward, with gently varying widths and slightly uneven counters that keep the texture organic. Descenders are short and curved, and the numerals match the same chunky, slanted construction for a cohesive set.
Well-suited to short, high-impact copy such as posters, headers, product packaging, and branding elements that need a friendly, energetic voice. It also works well for labels, stickers, social graphics, and playful display applications where the chunky brush texture can be appreciated.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a cheerful, hand-drawn confidence. Its bouncy slant and soft shapes create a lighthearted, informal mood that reads as fun rather than formal or technical.
Likely designed to capture a bold handwritten brush feel—expressive and informal—while staying legible and consistent across a full alphanumeric set. The emphasis appears to be on creating a distinctive, energetic display texture with a forward-leaning, lively rhythm.
At larger sizes the rounded silhouettes and lively spacing give strong personality, while in longer text the dense weight can create a dark, energetic color. The uppercase set feels punchy and headline-ready, and the lowercase maintains a quick handwritten cadence without connecting strokes.