Sans Superellipse Jirib 2 is a very bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to '3x5' by K-Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, gaming, packaging, techy, industrial, futuristic, arcade, utility, impact, compactness, tech aesthetic, geometric consistency, display clarity, squared, rounded corners, condensed, blocky, modular.
A compact, blocky sans with squared construction softened by rounded corners and superellipse-like curves. Strokes are consistently heavy with minimal contrast, giving the letters a solid, monolithic color on the page. Counters tend to be rectangular or squarish, and many joins terminate in flat, horizontal or vertical cuts, reinforcing a modular, engineered feel. The lowercase mirrors the uppercase’s geometric logic, with simplified bowls and apertures and a straightforward, no-frills rhythm that stays tightly packed in text.
Well suited to display roles such as headlines, posters, game titles, sports or tech branding, and packaging where a compact, high-impact word shape is needed. It can also work for UI labels or signage-style applications when set at larger sizes with slightly increased letterspacing for clarity.
The overall tone feels technological and industrial, reminiscent of arcade titles, sci‑fi interfaces, and machine labeling. Its softened corners keep it from feeling harsh, but the dense, compact silhouettes still project authority and a utilitarian, manufactured character.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a compact width while maintaining a cohesive geometric system based on rounded rectangles. It prioritizes bold, industrial legibility and a consistent modular rhythm over calligraphic nuance, aiming for a modern, tech-forward voice.
Distinctive features include squared, inset-like counters (notably in A/O/8) and a generally rectilinear skeleton across both cases, producing strong vertical emphasis and crisp alignment in headlines. The design reads best when given breathing room, as the heavy forms can visually merge at smaller sizes or tight tracking.