Sans Superellipse Idgar 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Gusto Black' by BA Graphics, 'Dean Gothic' by Blaze Type, 'Halagar' by Letteralle, 'Amsi Grotesk' by Stawix, 'Protipo' by TypeTogether, and 'Bulltoad' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, sturdy, friendly, loud, sporty, retro, impact, approachability, geometric consistency, display clarity, rounded, blocky, compact, soft corners, high impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with a strong superellipse construction: straight-sided stems and bowls resolve into generously rounded corners, producing squared-off round forms. The strokes are monoline and dense, with large counters kept relatively open for the weight. Proportions are compact and efficient, with a tall x-height and short extenders that keep lowercase forms punchy. Curves terminate cleanly and the overall rhythm is even, giving the face a solid, poster-like presence.
Best suited to headlines and short bursts of text where impact and clarity matter—posters, signage, packaging, and bold brand wordmarks. The sturdy shapes and open counters help it stay legible at distance and in high-contrast applications.
The tone is bold and approachable rather than sharp, combining a utilitarian heft with softened edges. It reads as energetic and attention-grabbing, with a slightly retro, athletic feel that suits bold statements and display messaging.
Designed to deliver maximum visual weight with a friendly, geometric softness, balancing assertive presence with rounded, approachable forms. The consistent superellipse geometry suggests an intention toward modern, systematized display typography that stays readable under heavy stroke widths.
Round letters (like O/C/G) lean toward squarish ovals, reinforcing the geometric, rounded-rectangle theme. Numerals follow the same chunky, softened logic and maintain strong consistency with the caps and lowercase.