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Press Start 2P

Press Start 2P is a pixelated display font inspired by 1980s arcade game typography optimized for small sizes and extended Unicode support.

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"" Access one-stop/press-start-2-p using the OneStop MCP.

Need setup? Read the OneStop MCP docs.

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Press Start 2P

About

Press Start 2P is a bitmap-style display font drawing from the pixelated letterforms of 1980s Namco arcade games, notably "Return of Ishtar" (1986). It is designed to work best at multiples of 8 pixels, such as 8px and 16px, preserving its retro gaming aesthetic. The font supports a broad range of Latin, Greek, and Cyrillic characters, making it suitable for pan-European text. Its distinctive pixelated style is ideal for projects seeking a nostalgic, video game-inspired look.

Overview

Press Start 2P is a single-weight, normal-style display font that captures the essence of early arcade game typography with pixel-perfect precision. It includes uppercase and lowercase letters, digits, and a wide variety of Unicode characters beyond ASCII, accommodating multiple European scripts. The font excels at small sizes where its bitmap roots shine, making it a fitting choice for retro-themed designs and digital art that evoke classic gaming eras.

Designer: CodeMan38

Complementary fonts:

  • Use Press Start 2P for display with Work Sans or Rubik for supporting text.

Usage

"" Access one-stop/press-start-2-p using the OneStop MCP.

If you do not have the OneStop MCP, read the MCP setup docs.