Sans Superellipse Idkem 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cosan' by Adtypo, 'FF Sanuk Big' by FontFont, 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, and 'FS Jack' by Fontsmith (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, logos, playful, punchy, friendly, chunky, retro, impact, approachability, display, retro flavor, simplicity, rounded, soft corners, bulbous, compact, cartoonish.
A heavy, compact sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softly blunted corners throughout. Curves are wide and smooth with minimal modulation, while many joins and terminals feel slightly inflated, creating a bouncy silhouette. Counters are small to medium and often superelliptical, giving letters like O, C, and G a sturdy, blocky roundness. The overall rhythm is tight and dense, with sturdy stems, broad bowls, and simplified geometry that stays highly uniform across the set.
Best suited to display settings where strong presence and friendly character are desirable, such as headlines, posters, brand marks, packaging, and signage. It also works well for short calls-to-action and large UI labels where a warm, bold tone is needed.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, with a confident, poster-like loudness. Its rounded massing and slightly quirky proportions read as informal and fun, leaning toward a retro display sensibility rather than a neutral text voice.
Likely designed to deliver maximum impact with a soft-edged, geometric voice—combining sturdy, blocky forms with rounded superellipse shaping to feel both confident and approachable in display typography.
Several shapes emphasize a squarish roundness rather than perfect circles, and the numerals share the same chunky, softened geometry, helping headings and short lines feel cohesive. The bold mass and compact counters prioritize impact and personality over fine detail.