Distressed Syfy 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk Next' by Berthold; 'FF DIN' and 'FF DIN Paneuropean' by FontFont; 'DIN Next', 'DIN Next Cyrillic', and 'DIN Next Paneuropean' by Monotype; 'PF DIN Text' by Parachute; and 'Core Sans D' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, stickers, rugged, punchy, casual, retro, handmade, impact, texture, attitude, vintage print, chunky, brushy, blunt, roughened, energetic.
A heavy, slanted display face with chunky strokes and rounded, blunt terminals. The outlines show purposeful irregularity—soft wobble, slightly uneven curves, and subtly rough edges—creating a printed/handmade texture rather than a clean geometric finish. Counters are compact and sometimes asymmetric, and joins feel brush-driven with occasional pinched or swollen transitions. Overall spacing reads open and readable at large sizes, while letter widths vary enough to keep the rhythm lively and informal.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as poster headlines, event promos, bold branding marks, product packaging, and sticker or merch graphics. The textured edges and compact counters favor display sizes, where the distressed character reads as intentional and adds attitude.
The font conveys a bold, mischievous confidence with a tactile, down-to-earth feel. Its roughened, brush-like construction suggests DIY signage, vintage packaging, and energetic headline typography where personality matters more than polish.
The design appears intended to deliver a loud, contemporary-italic punch with a rough, brush-printed finish—capturing the energy of hand-made lettering while maintaining the solidity and legibility of a bold display style.
Uppercase forms are sturdy and simplified, while the lowercase introduces more pronounced quirks (notably in letters like a, g, r, and t), reinforcing a hand-rendered impression. Numerals share the same weight and texture, with stout shapes and slightly uneven curves that match the alphabet’s rugged tone.