Sans Superellipse Oldod 6 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Anantikos Sans' by Frantic Disorder and 'Hyperspace Race' and 'Hyperspace Race Capsule' by Swell Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, industrial, condensed, poster, retro, assertive, space saving, high impact, industrial clarity, signage tone, rounded corners, compact, blocky, uniform stroke, closed apertures.
A compact, tightly proportioned sans with heavy, uniform strokes and rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Curves resolve into squared-off bowls and terminals, creating a superelliptical feel with soft corners rather than true circular rounds. Letterforms are tall and compressed, with minimal stroke modulation and largely closed apertures that emphasize a dense, ink-trap-free silhouette. The rhythm is steady and vertical, with simple joins and sturdy counters that hold up well at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines and short statements where space is limited and impact is needed, such as posters, packaging fronts, labels, and wayfinding. It can also serve as a branding face for logos and wordmarks that want a compact footprint with a sturdy, industrial character.
The overall tone is bold and utilitarian, evoking industrial labeling and mid‑century poster typography. Its compressed build and rounded corners give it a confident, engineered presence—more functional than playful—while still feeling approachable due to the softened edges.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence in a constrained width, using superelliptical geometry and rounded corners to keep the mass friendly while preserving a strong, engineered structure. The consistent stroke weight and simplified shapes suggest a focus on clear, repeatable forms for display and signage applications.
In running text, the condensed width and closed apertures produce a strong, dark texture that reads best with generous tracking or larger sizes. Numerals and capitals maintain the same squared-round logic, reinforcing a cohesive, signage-like system.