Outline Lafi 7 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: game ui, posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, arcade, techno, retro, playful, futuristic, retro computing, arcade styling, sci-fi display, high impact, modular build, pixelated, blocky, geometric, angular, outlined.
A geometric outline face built from squared, modular forms with crisp 90° turns and occasional stepped “pixel” corners. The strokes are drawn as hollow contours with consistent line thickness, creating bold silhouettes while keeping counters and interiors open. Proportions skew broad and sturdy, with a tall lowercase presence and mostly squared bowls (notably in O/o and D). Letter construction favors straight segments and rectangular apertures, producing a rhythmic, grid-like texture in text while still allowing small idiosyncrasies in joins and terminals for character differentiation.
Best suited to display roles where its outlined, pixel-leaning geometry can read large: game UI titles, arcade or synthwave posters, tech-event graphics, and bold brand marks. It can also work for short labels on packaging or merchandise where a retro-futuristic tone is desired, while longer paragraphs may feel visually busy due to the strong contour rhythm.
The font reads as unmistakably retro-digital, evoking arcade graphics, early computer interfaces, and sci‑fi display typography. Its outlined construction and blocky geometry add a playful, game-like energy while remaining clean and technical rather than decorative or calligraphic.
The design appears intended to translate a grid-based, digital aesthetic into a cohesive outline alphabet, prioritizing bold silhouettes, modular construction, and a distinctive arcade-era voice. Its forms aim to be instantly recognizable and high-impact at larger sizes, with consistent contour weight and squared counters to maintain clarity.
Several glyphs incorporate deliberate stair-step diagonals and chamfer-like notches, reinforcing an 8‑bit sensibility. The open outline treatment reduces fill density, making the design feel airy for its overall heft, though the many right angles create a strong, mechanical cadence across lines of copy.