Sans Superellipse Orbik 2 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Brinova' by Digitype Studio, 'Benton Sans' and 'Benton Sans Std' by Font Bureau, and 'Latino Gothic' by Latinotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, sports branding, industrial, authoritative, utilitarian, sporty, contemporary, space saving, high impact, modern utility, signage clarity, condensed, geometric, rounded corners, square-oval rounds, compact apertures.
A condensed, heavy sans with blocky construction and rounded-rectangle curves. Strokes are thick and even, with softened corners and squarish counters that give round letters a superelliptical, almost squared-off feel. Terminals are blunt and vertical/horizontal cuts dominate, producing compact apertures and a tight, forceful rhythm. The lowercase is sturdy and straightforward, with single-storey forms where applicable and a generally compact, space-efficient texture; numerals follow the same firm, closed-in geometry.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, labels, and wayfinding where a dense, condensed voice helps fit copy into limited space. It can also work well for branding systems that need a sturdy, contemporary tone, especially in packaging or sports/fitness contexts. For long reading, its heavy color and compact apertures suggest using generous size and spacing.
The overall tone is strong and no-nonsense, combining a modern geometric feel with an industrial, workmanlike presence. Its compact shapes and heavy color read as assertive and functional, leaning toward signage and sports/utility aesthetics rather than delicate or literary moods.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact in a compact width while keeping forms clean and modern. The rounded-rectangle rounds and blunt terminals suggest an aim for an engineered, approachable solidity—bold presence without sharpness.
Because the letterforms are condensed and dark, spacing and counters feel intentionally tight, emphasizing density and impact. The rounded-rectangle geometry keeps the design from feeling sharp or aggressive, adding a controlled softness while preserving a solid, engineered look.