Sans Superellipse Etras 8 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Good' by FontFont, 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, 'Anantikos Sans' and 'Anantikos Serif' by Frantic Disorder, and 'Cervo Neue Condensed' by Typoforge Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, condensed, energetic, sporty, assertive, retro, space saving, high impact, dynamic tone, clean utility, tall, upright-leaning, compact, rounded-cornered, smooth.
A condensed, forward-leaning sans with tall proportions and compact sidebearings. Strokes stay largely uniform, producing a solid, ink-trap-free silhouette, while corners and terminals read as subtly softened rather than sharp. Curves are built from rounded-rectangle geometry, giving bowls and counters a controlled, streamlined feel. The rhythm is tight and vertical, with consistent widths across the alphabet and clear, simplified forms that hold together well in blocks of text.
Best suited to headlines and short statements where space is tight and impact is needed, such as posters, sports or fitness branding, packaging callouts, and signage. It can also work for subheads or emphasis text in editorial layouts when a condensed, energetic voice is desired.
The overall tone is fast and purposeful, suggesting motion and urgency through its narrow build and steady slant. It feels sporty and poster-ready, with a slightly retro, industrial confidence that stays clean rather than decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, space-efficient voice with a sense of speed and modern utility. Its softened geometry and uniform stroke behavior aim for clean reproduction and consistent texture in bold, condensed settings.
In the samples, spacing remains compact but legible, and the sturdy forms keep their integrity at display sizes. Numerals and capitals maintain the same tall, condensed cadence, reinforcing a uniform, headline-driven texture.