Sans Other Gibo 13 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, 'Allotrope' by Kostic, and 'LFT Iro Sans' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, signage, playful, retro, punchy, friendly, cartoon, attention grabbing, playful display, retro feel, friendly tone, rounded, blocky, soft corners, chunky, compact.
A heavy, blocky sans with softly rounded corners and broad, simplified letterforms. Strokes are uniform and dense, with counters that are often small and rounded, creating a solid “inked” silhouette. Many joins and terminals feel slightly sculpted rather than purely geometric, giving the shapes a subtly hand-cut, display-driven rhythm. The lowercase is compact with sturdy stems and minimal delicate detail, while the numerals match the same chunky, rounded construction for consistent color in text.
Best suited for display settings where impact is the goal: posters, big headlines, playful branding, packaging, and short-form signage. It can work well for logos and badges where a compact, friendly mass is desirable, and it pairs naturally with simpler text faces for supporting copy.
The overall tone is bold and upbeat, with a warm, approachable feel that reads as retro and slightly cartoonish. Its heavy mass and softened geometry make it feel energetic and attention-seeking without becoming sharp or aggressive.
Likely designed as an expressive display sans that prioritizes bold presence and a friendly, retro character. The softened corners and compact counters suggest an intention to feel approachable and fun while staying highly legible at headline sizes.
In the sample text, the font produces a very dark, even typographic color, so spacing and counters become the main drivers of clarity. The rounded inner shapes and thick joins help it hold up well at large sizes, while long passages will feel intentionally loud and poster-like rather than neutral.