Sans Other Obma 7 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Leco 1976' by CarnokyType and 'Stallman Round' by Par Défaut (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, game ui, packaging, industrial, arcade, stencil-like, techno, utility, impact, retro tech, mechanical feel, distinctiveness, display focus, geometric, angular, squarish, compact, notched.
This typeface is built from heavy, geometric forms with squarish silhouettes, tight apertures, and crisp, straight edges. Many letters incorporate stepped cuts and triangular notches that carve into the stems and bowls, creating a chiseled, modular feel. Counters tend to be small and rectangular, terminals are flat, and curves are largely minimized in favor of chamfered angles. Spacing reads compact and rhythmic, with a slightly mechanical cadence created by repeated cut-in shapes across the alphabet and numerals.
It performs best in large-scale display contexts where the angular cuts and compact counters can read clearly—such as headlines, posters, branding marks, and product or event graphics. It can also suit game or tech interfaces for labels and short bursts of text, especially where a bold, industrial voice is desired.
The overall tone is assertive and engineered, blending a retro digital/arcade flavor with a utilitarian, industrial edge. Its notched construction evokes stenciling and machined parts, giving text a bold, sign-like presence with a distinctly “built” character.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum impact through dense black shapes and a distinctive notched geometry, aiming for immediate recognition and a strong, engineered personality. Its construction suggests an intention to reference retro-digital and stencil/machined aesthetics while remaining firmly sans in structure.
The design relies on consistent internal cutaways and stepped detailing to differentiate similar forms, which strengthens display impact but makes small sizes and dense settings feel visually busy. Numerals mirror the same blocky construction, maintaining a cohesive system for headings and short informational strings.