Sans Normal Ipdup 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Bulltoad' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, logos, stickers, playful, chunky, hand-cut, retro, friendly, display impact, friendly tone, handmade feel, retro flair, rounded, blocky, soft corners, irregular, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with chunky strokes and slightly irregular, hand-cut contours. The letterforms are compact and sturdy, with soft corners, broad curves, and small enclosed counters that add weight and density. Curved letters like O, C, and G feel slightly squarish and organic rather than geometrically perfect, while verticals and diagonals keep a simple, poster-like structure. Spacing appears tight and the overall texture is dark and assertive, prioritizing impact over fine detail.
Best suited for display settings where strong presence and personality are desired—posters, headlines, packaging callouts, logo wordmarks, and merchandise graphics. It performs well in short phrases and bold statements; for longer text, generous size and spacing help maintain readability.
The font reads as playful and informal, with a homemade, screenprint-or-cut-paper feel. Its bouncy irregularity and bulbous massing suggest a retro, kid-friendly tone that’s more fun than formal, and more expressive than neutral UI typography.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a friendly, handcrafted flavor. Its softened geometry and controlled irregularities aim to feel approachable and fun while still reading clearly in bold display applications.
Counters are generally small (notably in a, e, o, and 8), which increases the perceived boldness and can reduce clarity at small sizes. Numerals match the same chunky, rounded construction, and the overall rhythm stays consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, creating a cohesive headline texture.