Sans Faceted Bena 6 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bricbrac' by Nootype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, sports branding, packaging, industrial, sporty, arcade, tactical, retro, impact, ruggedness, retro tech, signage, branding, octagonal, chiseled, blocky, angular, condensed caps.
A heavy, block-built sans with sharply chamfered corners that turn curves into crisp planar facets. Strokes are monolinear and squared-off, with deep notches and clipped terminals creating an octagonal silhouette across rounds like C, O, and G. Counters are compact and mostly rectangular, and joins are abrupt, giving the design a sturdy, machined feel. Uppercase forms read as relatively wide and dominant, while the lowercase uses similarly rigid construction with simplified bowls and minimal differentiation; numerals follow the same faceted geometry for a consistent, sign-like texture.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, wordmarks, team or event branding, and product packaging where a rugged, angular voice is desired. It also works well for UI labels, badges, and title screens when set with generous size or tracking to keep the facets readable.
The faceted cuts and rigid rhythm produce a tough, utilitarian tone that feels at home in competitive, game-adjacent, or equipment-marking contexts. Its assertive shapes suggest durability and impact, with a retro-digital edge that reads as bold and energetic rather than refined.
The design appears intended to translate a hard-edged, machined aesthetic into a straightforward sans structure, replacing curves with consistent chamfers for a cohesive faceted system. It prioritizes punchy presence and thematic character over delicate detail, aiming for immediate recognition in display typography.
Legibility is strongest at display sizes where the interior notches and clipped corners can be clearly resolved; at smaller sizes, the tight counters and angular detailing can darken into a dense texture. The overall spacing feels built for compact, headline-style setting, with a uniform, mechanical cadence line to line.