Sans Superellipse Ibkuj 6 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Faculty' by Device, 'Siro' by Dharma Type, 'Bega' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Acto' by Monotype, and 'Byker' and 'Syke' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, assertive, friendly, playful, sporty, contemporary, impact, approachability, modernity, attention, chunky, rounded, compact, geometric, soft corners.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and a sturdy, even stroke that stays consistent across curves and straights. The shapes lean on squared-off rounds—counters and bowls feel superelliptical rather than purely circular—giving letters a stable, blocky footprint. Terminals are blunt with softened corners, and curves are broadly drawn, producing smooth joins and a dense, high-impact texture in text. Uppercase forms are wide and simplified; lowercase shows a tall x-height with single-storey a and g, and overall spacing reads slightly tight, reinforcing a solid, poster-like color.
Best suited for headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks where a dense, impactful voice is needed. It also works well for short UI labels or signage that benefits from strong shapes and friendly rounding, but extended text may feel heavy and tight.
The overall tone is bold and confident while staying approachable due to the rounded geometry. It feels modern and upbeat, with a slightly playful, athletic energy that suits attention-grabbing messaging without becoming harsh.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with approachable, rounded geometry—combining a strong, compact texture with softened corners for an energetic, contemporary display voice.
Round letters like O/Q read more like rounded rectangles, and the numerals follow the same sturdy, simplified construction (notably the open, angular 4 and the broad, rounded 8). The design prioritizes strong silhouettes and uniform weight, making it most distinctive at display sizes where its softened-corner geometry is clearly visible.