Sans Superellipse Ibbop 14 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bananas' by Canada Type, 'Chortler' by FansyType, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'MVB Diazo' by MVB, 'Chandler Mountain' by Mega Type, 'Kurdis' by That That Creative, 'Tolyer' by Typesketchbook, and 'Hockeynight Sans' by XTOPH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, assertive, sporty, industrial, punchy, confident, impact, approachability, clarity, modernity, compactness, blocky, compact, rounded corners, softened, monoline.
A heavy, compact sans with chunky strokes and softly rounded corners that give the geometry a squared-yet-cushioned feel. Curves resolve into broad superelliptical bowls and counters, while terminals are blunt and clean, keeping the rhythm steady and highly uniform. Uppercase forms are wide and stable with simplified joints, and the lowercase is similarly sturdy with short ascenders and clear, open apertures where needed. Numerals and punctuation match the same dense, solid construction, producing a strong, even color in text.
This font performs best in display settings—headlines, posters, brand marks, packaging, and wayfinding—where its dense weight and rounded-square geometry can carry from a distance. It also works for short UI labels, badges, and callouts that need a sturdy, high-contrast presence against backgrounds, though extended text will read as heavy and emphatic.
The tone is bold and no-nonsense, leaning toward sporty and industrial rather than refined or delicate. Rounded-square contours add a friendly softness to the otherwise forceful voice, making it feel modern, energetic, and attention-driven. Overall it reads as confident and utilitarian, suited to messaging that needs impact without looking sharp or aggressive.
The likely intent is a modern, high-impact sans that balances strong rectangular structure with softened corners for approachability. It aims to deliver compact, readable shapes at large sizes, with consistent geometry and minimal stylistic distraction for straightforward, punchy communication.
The design favors legibility through large internal spaces relative to stroke weight, and it maintains consistent shaping across bowls (C, O, G) and rectangular stems. The overall silhouette feels slightly compressed and poster-like, giving words a compact, tightly packed presence, especially in all caps.