Sans Superellipse Imdep 1 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Pill Gothic' by Betatype, 'Midsole' by Grype, 'Hype vol 2' by Positype, 'Cobe' by Stawix, 'Gemsbuck Pro' by Studio Fat Cat, and 'Manual' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, headlines, posters, gaming ui, product branding, sporty, techy, industrial, energetic, modern, impact, speed, modernity, robustness, branding, oblique, squared-round, compact, streamlined, soft corners.
A heavy, forward-leaning sans with broad proportions and rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Curves resolve into softened corners rather than true circles, giving counters and bowls a squarish, superelliptical feel (notably in C, O, Q, 0, and 8). Strokes are uniform and sturdy, with clean terminals and minimal modulation; joins are tight and geometric, producing a compact, engineered rhythm. The lowercase is sturdy and slightly compressed in its internal spaces, while the figures share the same squared-round logic and sit with a stable, signlike presence.
Best suited to bold headlines, sports and esports identities, automotive or tech branding, packaging, and prominent UI labels where a strong, dynamic presence is needed. It will perform especially well in short bursts of text—titles, badges, and callouts—where its squared-round forms and slanted energy can be read quickly.
The overall tone is fast and performance-oriented, balancing toughness with approachable rounded edges. It reads as contemporary and technical, suggesting motion, machinery, and streamlined product design rather than editorial refinement.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-impact voice with a sense of motion, using superelliptical geometry to keep the shapes sturdy and cohesive while maintaining friendly rounded corners.
The oblique angle is pronounced and consistent, and the design favors generous outer curves with relatively tight apertures, which reinforces a strong silhouette at display sizes. The squarish counters and rounded corners create a distinctive, cohesive texture across letters and numerals.