Sans Other Gibo 6 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, signage, playful, punchy, retro, friendly, chunky, attention, branding, display, approachability, impact, rounded, blunt, soft corners, compact, geometric.
A heavy, blocky sans with rounded outer corners and broadly squared geometry. Strokes are monolinear and full, with large counters where possible and a generally compact, sturdy stance. Terminals are blunt and softly eased rather than sharp, and curves (C, G, O, S) are built from thick, simplified arcs that keep the silhouette bold. Lowercase forms are large and sturdy with a tall x-height feel; bowls and shoulders are wide, while junctions stay closed and dense for maximum impact. Numerals follow the same chunky construction, emphasizing solid shapes and clear, simple cut-ins.
This font performs best in headlines and display applications where maximum presence is needed—posters, storefront signage, packaging, and logo wordmarks. It also suits playful UI headers or short promotional lines, especially when a friendly, retro-leaning impact is desired. For long passages, it’s most effective when given generous size and spacing to keep the dense forms from feeling overly heavy.
The overall tone is confident and upbeat, leaning toward a poster-ready, cartoonish solidity rather than a neutral text voice. Its rounded corners and oversized mass give it a friendly, approachable character with a retro display flavor. The rhythm feels energetic and attention-seeking, suited to bold statements and playful branding.
The design appears intended as an impact-first display sans that stays approachable by rounding the corners and simplifying forms. It prioritizes bold silhouettes, quick recognition, and a lively, branded voice over delicate detail.
At larger sizes the simplified geometry reads cleanly and consistently, while in dense settings the heavy weight and tight internal openings can create a packed, dark texture. The design’s personality comes from its squared forms softened by rounded corners, producing a distinctive, toy-like sturdiness.