Sans Other Hivy 1 is a very bold, very wide, low contrast, reverse italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, logotypes, posters, gaming ui, sports branding, futuristic, aggressive, industrial, racing, techno, impact, speed cue, tech aesthetic, branding, angular, faceted, slanted, geometric, compact apertures.
A heavy, blocky sans built from sharply chamfered strokes and faceted corners, with a consistent left-leaning slant across caps and lowercase. Counters and apertures are tight and often polygonal, giving letters a cut-out, stencil-like solidity without true breaks. Terminals are frequently clipped at angles, producing wedge shapes and diagonal joins, while curves are largely suppressed in favor of straight segments and hard bends. The result is a dense, mechanical texture in text, with squared bowls and asymmetrical inner spaces that emphasize forward motion.
Best used for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, poster titling, esports and gaming interfaces, product marks, and motorsport or athletic branding. It also fits tech-themed packaging and event graphics where a forward-leaning, engineered aesthetic is desired.
The face projects speed and impact: a high-energy, techno-industrial tone that feels suited to action, machinery, and competitive environments. Its angular geometry reads as assertive and tactical, with a slightly arcade/sci‑fi flavor that prioritizes attitude over neutrality.
The design appears intended to convey momentum and machined precision through aggressive slanting geometry, clipped terminals, and compact interior spaces. It favors a bold, emblematic voice that stands out immediately in display contexts.
In the sample text, the tight openings and strong slant create a dark, continuous rhythm that benefits from generous tracking and larger sizes. Distinctive, stylized forms (notably in characters with bowls and diagonals) make it memorable for branding but more demanding for long passages.