Sans Superellipse Akme 8 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Helvegen' by Ironbird Creative, 'Hyperspace Race' and 'Hyperspace Race Capsule' by Swell Type, and 'Hockeynight Sans' by XTOPH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, ui labels, signage, branding, technical, futuristic, industrial, clean, utilitarian, space saving, modernism, system coherence, tech tone, condensed, rounded-corner, squared, monoline, sturdy.
A condensed, monoline sans with a squared, superellipse skeleton: round forms are built from rounded rectangles and softened corners rather than true circles. Strokes are even and sturdy, terminals are mostly flat, and curves transition with tight radii that keep counters compact and geometric. The x-height reads high, giving lowercase strong presence, while ascenders and capitals stay tall and narrow for a vertical, efficient rhythm. Numerals and punctuation follow the same squared-round logic, producing a consistent, engineered texture in text.
Well-suited for headlines and short blocks of copy where a compact width is helpful, such as posters, packaging, and branding systems with a modern/industrial voice. It also fits UI labels, dashboards, and wayfinding-style applications where geometric consistency and quick recognition are desirable.
The overall tone feels technical and forward-looking, with an industrial pragmatism that prioritizes clarity and space efficiency. Its rounded-square geometry adds a mild friendliness, but the dominant impression remains modern, systematic, and device-oriented.
Likely drawn to offer a space-saving, contemporary sans with a distinctive rounded-square signature, balancing a strict geometric framework with softened corners for improved approachability and cohesion across letters and numerals.
The condensed proportions and compact counters create a dark, even typographic color, especially in longer lines. The design’s squared curves and controlled joins keep shapes crisp at display sizes, while the tight interior spaces suggest careful size selection for comfortable reading in smaller settings.