Play Regular
Designed by Jonas Hecksher
| Font Name | Play |
| Style | Regular |
| Category | Sans Serif |
| Designer | Jonas Hecksher |
| Copyright | Copyright (c) 2011, Jonas Hecksher, Playtypes, e-types AS ([email protected]), with Reserved Font Name 'Play', 'Playtype', 'Playtype Sans'. |
| License | Free for Commercial Use |
| Total Character | 827 |
| Recommended Line Height | 1.28 |
| Ascent | 1052 |
| Descent | 224 |
| Units Per em | 1000 |
| Total Vertical Range | 1276 |
| Max Advance Width | 1305 |
| Max Advance Height | N/A |
| Underline Position | -75 |
| Similar Fonts | Roboto, Titillium Web, Open Sans, Exo |
Play Regular Font Details : Font Free Download
Play is a distinctive sans-serif typeface designed by Jonas Hecksher of Playtype. It was engineered with a primary focus on legibility and a clean, technical aesthetic that bridges the gap between humanist design and industrial precision. Characterized by its generous x-height, open apertures, and subtle rounded corners, Play maintains exceptional readability across a wide range of screen resolutions and print sizes, making it a versatile workhorse for modern designers.
The geometric architecture of Play incorporates square-ish proportions and straight lines that provide a sophisticated, "tech-forward" atmosphere without appearing overly cold. Since its integration into the Google Fonts library, it has become a favored choice for developers and corporate designers who require a typeface that conveys efficiency, reliability, and modernism. It is particularly effective in environments where clarity and a professional tone are paramount.
Play Regular Best Uses
Excellent for body text and navigation menus due to high legibility.
Clean, crisp rendering makes it ideal for mobile apps and software dashboards.
Conveys a sense of technical expertise and professional reliability.
Distinct characters and balanced spacing work well in development environments.
Play Regular Glyphs
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Package Size: 194.4 KB
Available Formats: .TTF