Sans Superellipse Gakub 6 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Zwo' by FontFont; 'CamingoDos', 'Komet', and 'Komet Pro' by Jan Fromm; 'Calton' by LetterMaker; and 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logos, sporty, punchy, friendly, energetic, retro, impact, momentum, approachability, branding, rounded, compact, slanted, bulky, soft-cornered.
A heavy, slanted sans with compact proportions and rounded-rectangle geometry throughout. Strokes are thick and largely monolinear, with softened corners and broad curves that keep counters open despite the weight. The italic angle is steady and gives the forms a forward-leaning rhythm, while terminals tend to be blunt and slightly tapered, emphasizing a sturdy, blocky silhouette. Numerals and capitals share the same robust, rounded construction, producing a consistent, tightly set headline texture.
Best suited to high-impact display settings such as headlines, posters, and branded typography where a bold, energetic voice is needed. It can work well on packaging and logo wordmarks thanks to its compact, rounded forms and consistent stroke weight, and it holds up especially well in short phrases and large sizes.
The overall tone is bold and upbeat, combining athletic momentum with a friendly softness. Its rounded shapes and forward slant read as confident and approachable rather than severe, lending a lively, poster-like character with a hint of retro sports branding.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a fast, athletic lean while staying friendly through rounded, superelliptical construction. It prioritizes strong silhouettes and uniform weight for clear recognition in branding and display typography.
Round letters (like O, C, G) feel squarish in their curvature, leaning toward superelliptical bowls rather than true circles. In text, the weight and slant create a strong, continuous dark band, so spacing and line breaks become important for comfortable reading at smaller sizes.