Sans Other Obgi 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Bulltoad' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, game ui, industrial, arcade, comic, retro, edgy, high impact, graphic texture, retro display, signage feel, blocky, angular, chiseled, irregular, compact.
A heavy, block-driven sans with angular, chiseled contours and a slightly irregular silhouette that gives each glyph a carved, hand-cut feel. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, while counters tend to be small and often rectangular or notched, reinforcing a dense, punchy color on the line. The letterforms mix straight sides with subtle tapering and wedge-like terminals, producing a lively rhythm and uneven, cut-paper texture without true slant. Uppercase and lowercase share a similarly robust construction, with simplified joins and occasional asymmetries that keep the texture energetic in text.
Best suited for display settings where strong impact and distinctive texture are desired: posters, headlines, branding wordmarks, packaging accents, and entertainment-oriented graphics such as game UI or event promotions. It performs especially well when given ample size and spacing so the angular details and compact counters remain clear.
The overall tone is bold and playful with an edgy, arcade-like attitude. Its rugged, cut-out geometry suggests DIY signage, retro game graphics, and comic or fantasy display lettering rather than neutral editorial typography.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a deliberately rough-hewn, geometric voice—prioritizing character and impact over neutrality. Its consistent thickness and cut, wedge-like terminals suggest an aim toward retro-inspired, graphic lettering that stands out quickly in short phrases and titles.
In continuous text, the tight internal spaces and sharp notches increase visual noise, which can be striking at large sizes but may feel dense at smaller sizes. The numerals follow the same blocky logic and read as sturdy, poster-oriented figures.