Sans Faceted Akny 10 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Black Square' by Agny Hasya Studio, 'Lustra Text' by Grype, 'Absalon' by Michael Nordstrom Kjaer, and 'Sweet Square' and 'Sweet Square Pro' by Sweet (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, sports branding, gaming ui, tech, industrial, athletic, sci‑fi, tactical, impact, modernize, add edge, signal tech, maximize legibility, angular, faceted, octagonal, blocky, stencil‑like.
This typeface is built from straight strokes and clipped corners, replacing curves with crisp planar facets that give many forms an octagonal feel. Strokes are heavy and uniform, with squared terminals and frequent diagonal chamfers at outer corners and in counters. The lowercase follows the same geometric construction as the caps, producing compact, sturdy shapes with minimal modulation and a distinctly engineered rhythm. Spacing reads on the tight-to-moderate side in text, and the overall silhouette is dense and highly legible at display sizes.
It performs best in headlines, titles, and branding where the faceted construction can read clearly and project impact. The sturdy shapes also suit sports identities, gaming and tech UI accents, product marks, packaging, and signage-style applications where a hard-edged, industrial voice is desired.
The sharp chamfers and rigid geometry evoke a technical, industrial tone with a sporty edge. It feels purpose-built and modern—suggesting machinery, equipment labeling, and futuristic interfaces rather than editorial warmth.
The design appears intended to translate a geometric sans into a more mechanical, faceted system—prioritizing bold presence, strong silhouette recognition, and a cohesive octagonal construction across letters and figures.
Several glyphs emphasize squared bowls and notched joins, giving the alphabet a consistent “cut metal” aesthetic. The numerals follow the same faceted logic, maintaining a cohesive texture in alphanumeric settings.