Shadow Fifi 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, game ui, packaging, retro, arcade, comic, bold, dimensional impact, retro display, graphic titling, signage punch, outlined, beveled, angular, blocky, facet-cut.
A blocky, angular display face built from straight strokes and clipped corners, drawn as an outlined letterform with a consistent inner counter that creates a hollow, stencil-like interior. A hard offset shadow sits down and to the right, producing a crisp dimensional effect and a strong black-and-white rhythm. The geometry is mostly rectilinear with occasional chamfered joins and notch-like cut-ins, keeping counters compact and edges sharp. Overall spacing feels even and sturdy, optimized for short bursts of text rather than continuous reading.
Best suited for headlines, logos, badges, and poster typography where the outline-and-shadow effect can carry the design. It also works well for arcade- or retro-themed game UI, stickers, and packaging callouts, especially when set with generous size and contrast.
The combination of hollow outlines and a cast shadow gives it a playful, throwback energy reminiscent of arcade cabinets, comic titling, and bold signage. It reads as confident and attention-seeking, with a slightly game-like, poster-ready swagger.
Designed to deliver an instantly dimensional, graphic statement through hollowed construction and an offset shadow, prioritizing impact and thematic styling over neutral text utility. The consistent geometry and sharp chamfers suggest an intention to echo retro display lettering while staying clean and reproducible in modern layouts.
Diagonal cuts and stepped terminals create a faceted, almost carved look, and the shadow treatment is clean enough to remain legible at medium display sizes. The numerals and capitals feel especially emblematic, while lowercase maintains the same rigid construction for a cohesive, all-caps-friendly tone.