Distressed Syfy 3 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fuller Sans DT' by DTP Types, 'FF Real Head' by FontFont, 'ITC Franklin Gothic LT' by ITC, 'Latino Gothic' by Latinotype, 'Applied Sans' by Monotype, 'Pragmatica' by ParaType, 'Franklin Gothic' by URW Type Foundry, and 'Franklin Gothic Raw' by Wiescher Design (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, stickers/merch, rugged, playful, vintage, handmade, punchy, add texture, inject energy, retro impact, handmade feel, roughened, brushy, inked, compact, lively.
A heavy, slanted sans with chunky strokes and visibly roughened contours. Terminals look brush-cut and slightly blunted, with irregular edges that suggest worn print or inky drag. Counters are compact and sometimes asymmetrical, and the overall rhythm is energetic, with small shape-to-shape variations that keep the texture lively. Numerals and caps share the same dense, sturdy build, reading strongly at display sizes where the distressed detail can resolve.
Well-suited to short, high-impact copy such as posters, headlines, event promotions, and attention-grabbing branding. It also fits packaging, labels, and merch graphics where a rugged, handmade texture helps convey authenticity and energy. For longer text, larger sizes and generous spacing help preserve clarity.
The tone feels rugged and informal, mixing bold confidence with a handmade, slightly retro grit. Its textured weight and forward slant give it a kinetic, poster-like urgency, while the imperfect outlines add a casual, human edge.
Likely designed to deliver an assertive, display-focused voice with a deliberately weathered, inked finish. The goal appears to be strong readability at larger sizes while adding character through rough edges and brush-like shaping.
The texture is consistent across the set, reading more like deliberate abrasion than random noise. Tight inner spaces and dark color make it best when given breathing room in line spacing and size, especially in longer phrases.