Sans Superellipse Ubbub 5 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Black River' by Larin Type Co, 'Antiquel' by Lemonthe, 'DIN 2014' by ParaType, 'PF DIN Text' by Parachute, and 'Althawra Fikra' by syria arabic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, friendly, retro, utilitarian, playful, sturdy, compact impact, friendly geometry, retro display, robust legibility, rounded, compact, soft corners, blunt terminals, boxy.
A compact sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes are heavy and even, with minimal modulation and mostly blunt, squared-off terminals that keep the silhouette sturdy. Curves tend to resolve into superellipse-like bowls, while straight sections stay firm and slightly condensed, producing tight counters and a punchy, space-efficient texture. The overall rhythm is consistent and blocky, with simplified joins and a clean, no-frills geometry.
Best suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and signage where a compact, high-impact sans is needed. It can also work in branding and display settings that benefit from a friendly, retro-leaning geometric voice, particularly at medium to large sizes where the tight counters remain clear.
The rounded, chunky forms feel approachable and slightly retro, balancing friendliness with a utilitarian toughness. Its compact shapes and blunt endings give it a confident, workmanlike tone, while the soft corners keep it from feeling harsh.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, space-saving display sans built from rounded-rectangle geometry, prioritizing bold presence and consistent texture over delicate detail. Its softened corners and simplified construction aim to keep the tone approachable while remaining highly legible and robust in graphic applications.
Uppercase forms read especially solid and poster-ready, while the lowercase keeps the same rounded-rect logic for a cohesive system. Numerals are similarly sturdy and simplified, matching the font’s compact footprint and high-impact color.