Print Ipza 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Adversary BB' by Blambot, 'Faculty' by Device, 'Neue Helvetica' by Linotype, 'Brown Pro' by Shinntype, 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block, and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, sports branding, sporty, punchy, casual, retro, impact, energy, informality, display strength, slanted, chunky, brushy, inked, rounded.
A heavy, forward-slanted print with chunky strokes and compact interior counters. The letterforms are slightly irregular in edge quality, giving an inked, hand-drawn feel, while maintaining consistent overall proportions and a steady rhythm. Terminals tend to be blunt and softly rounded, and many curves are slightly squared off, creating a sturdy, blocky silhouette. Spacing appears moderately tight, reinforcing a dense, headline-oriented texture.
This style performs best at display sizes where its dense forms and lively slant can carry impact—such as posters, brand marks, packaging callouts, and promotional headlines. It can also suit sports-leaning or retro-leaning branding and short emphatic phrases where a bold, informal voice is desired.
The font reads energetic and informal, with a sporty urgency and a confident, attention-grabbing presence. Its slant and bold massing give it a dynamic, poster-like tone that feels more expressive than neutral.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, fast-moving handwritten print look that balances legibility with personality. It prioritizes strong silhouettes, compact counters, and an energetic slant to create immediate visual emphasis in branding and display contexts.
The numerals and capitals share the same robust, condensed-leaning stance, helping mixed-case settings stay cohesive. The textured stroke edges and subtly uneven curves contribute to a hand-rendered character without becoming chaotic.