Sans Other Otba 12 is a very bold, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: gaming, sci‑fi ui, posters, logotypes, headlines, futuristic, techno, industrial, arcade, futurism, interface styling, bold branding, geometric system, geometric, square, angular, stencil-like, modular.
A blocky, geometric sans with squared outlines, clipped corners, and a modular construction that feels built from horizontal and vertical bars. Counters are often rectangular and frequently interrupted by narrow gaps, producing a stencil-like, segmented look (notably in E, S, and numerals). The rhythm is compact and mechanical, with flattened curves and sharp joins; diagonals appear as clean, straight cuts in letters like K, V, W, X, and Z. Overall widths run broad with a steady, monoline feel and crisp, hard edges that emphasize a machined silhouette.
Best suited to headlines and short bursts of text where its geometric, segmented shapes can be appreciated—such as game titles, sci‑fi or cyber-themed UI elements, tech event posters, product branding, and strong logotype treatments. It can also work for signage-style labels or packaging where a mechanical, futuristic voice is desired.
The font conveys a sci‑fi and techno tone, evoking digital interfaces, arcade graphics, and industrial labeling. Its segmented apertures and squared geometry create a purposeful, engineered mood that reads as modern, synthetic, and slightly aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver a futuristic, machine-built sans with modular, stencil-like interruptions and squared geometry, prioritizing a strong silhouette and distinctive internal detailing for display use.
The design favors distinctive, display-forward letterforms over conventional text ergonomics, with several characters using internal slits or breaks that increase personality while reducing softness. Numerals follow the same modular logic, staying consistent in weight and corner treatment for a cohesive, system-like set.