Game of Thrones Font: Trajan, the Logo + Free Alternatives
What font does Game of Thrones use? The title is based on Trajan with a custom barred O; a fan font recreates the logo. Free alternatives like Cinzel, plus original medieval fonts for fan art and fantasy titles.
The Game of Thrones title is based on Trajan, the classic Roman-capital typeface by Carol Twombly (Adobe), modified for the show. The barred "O" with two vertical lines is not part of Trajan; fans who want the exact logo use a separate fan font called Game of Thrones by Charlie Samways. For a free font with the same feel, Cinzel is the closest.
Game of Thrones Fonts at a Glance
| Use | Font | License |
|---|---|---|
| Show title and credits (base) | Trajan | Commercial (Adobe) |
| Logo with the barred O | Game of Thrones by Charlie Samways | Fan font, capitals only; check the readme |
| Free look-alike | Cinzel | Free, commercial use (OFL) |
1. Trajan: the Base of the Logo
Trajan is modelled on the inscription at the base of Trajan's Column in Rome, which is why it looks carved and ceremonial. It became the classic "epic film poster" font long before Westeros. It is a commercial font from Adobe, available through Adobe Fonts with a Creative Cloud subscription.
2. The Game of Thrones Fan Font
The Game of Thrones font by Charlie Samways adds the details Trajan lacks, mainly the barred O. It contains capital letters only, so it is for short titles, not text. Check the readme in the download before any commercial use, and remember that the show's logo itself is a trademark of HBO.
3. Cinzel: the Free Look-alike
Cinzel is a free Google Font inspired by the same Roman inscriptions. It is the safest choice if you need the Game of Thrones feel in something you sell, because its Open Font License allows commercial use. Cinzel Decorative adds swashes for a more ornate title.
4. Free Medieval Fonts for Fan Art and Fantasy Titles
Trajan and Cinzel are elegant but quiet. For house banners, fan art titles, tabletop campaigns or a server logo with more grit, these fonts from our RuneType collection are free for personal use and include uppercase, lowercase, numbers and punctuation.
Sablecrown: noble and readable
A medieval serif close to the Trajan mood, with sharper, more fantasy-like details.
Thornfall: house names and banners
Gravebrand: the grim north
Heavy and weathered, for war, winter and undead themes.
Making a Game of Thrones Style Title
The show's opening look comes from metal and light, not the letters alone: bevelled gold or steel, a soft glow and a dark textured background. Our PSD logo templates add that finish to any font through a Smart Object.
FAQ
What font is used in Game of Thrones?
The title is based on Trajan, modified for the show. The barred O is custom; the fan font Game of Thrones by Charlie Samways recreates it.
Is there a free Game of Thrones font?
The Charlie Samways fan font is free to download (check its readme for commercial terms). Cinzel is a free look-alike you can use commercially.
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