Sans Superellipse Ifsa 5 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Anantason Reno' and 'Bantat' by Jipatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports identity, bold, friendly, modern, industrial, playful, impact, approachability, modernity, signage, blocky, rounded, geometric, compact apertures, blunted terminals.
A heavy, geometric sans built from rounded-rectangle (superellipse-like) forms with broad, even strokes and softened corners. The shapes are wide and stable, with compact counters and generally closed apertures that create a dense, high-impact texture. Curves tend toward squared-off rounds rather than circles, and terminals are consistently blunt, giving letters a machined, modular feel. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, a short-armed r, and a t with a compact crossbar; numerals are stout and wide, with an oval 0 and rounded, blocky 8 and 9.
This font is well suited for headlines, display typography, and short bursts of text where impact is the priority—such as posters, brand marks, packaging fronts, and promotional graphics. Its rounded-block construction also fits sports and product identities that want a strong, contemporary presence without sharp aggression.
The tone is confident and punchy while staying approachable due to the rounded geometry. It reads as contemporary and utilitarian, with a slightly playful, retro-tech edge that suits bold, attention-grabbing messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual weight with a softened, geometric personality—combining sturdy, wide proportions with rounded-rectangle construction to feel modern, legible at display sizes, and immediately recognizable.
Spacing and rhythm produce a solid, poster-like color, especially in mixed-case settings where the large, rounded forms and tight openings emphasize mass over delicacy. The design favors clarity at large sizes and strong silhouettes rather than airy readability in small text.