Sans Superellipse Otgab 10 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Isotonic' by Emtype Foundry, 'Navine' by OneSevenPointFive, 'Hype Vol 1' by Positype, 'Nulato' by Stefan Stoychev, and 'URW Dock Condensed' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, packaging, confident, utilitarian, contemporary, approachable, industrial, impact, clarity, modernity, robustness, neutrality, squared-round, compact, sturdy, geometric, high-impact.
A heavy sans with squared-round construction: curves resolve into softened corners and superellipse-like bowls, giving letters a blocky but friendly silhouette. Strokes are uniform and thick, with compact apertures and minimal internal whitespace, producing a dense, sturdy color on the page. Terminals are largely blunt, counters skew toward rounded rectangles, and the overall rhythm favors steady verticals and simplified diagonals. Numerals follow the same robust geometry, reading clearly with broad forms and consistent stroke weight.
Best suited for headlines, short statements, and display settings where strong presence and quick recognition matter. It fits well in branding systems that want a modern, sturdy voice—such as packaging, wayfinding/signage, and prominent UI labels or hero text—especially when set with ample spacing.
The font conveys a confident, no-nonsense tone—clean, modern, and practical—while the rounded corners keep it from feeling harsh. Its strong mass and compact counters suggest reliability and emphasis, suited to messaging that needs to feel direct and solid rather than delicate or expressive.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a simplified geometric skeleton, using softened rectangular curves to balance strength with approachability. It prioritizes clear silhouettes and consistent stroke behavior to create a dependable, modern workhorse for prominent typography.
Because of the dense letterforms and tight apertures, the type can visually “fill in” at smaller sizes; it tends to perform best when given a bit of breathing room through size, tracking, or generous line spacing. The squarish-round bowls create a distinctive texture that reads as contemporary signage and interface-friendly styling.