Sans Superellipse Otnav 16 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Leftfield' by Fenotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, industrial, utilitarian, condensed, assertive, contemporary, space saving, strong impact, modern utility, geometric clarity, blocky, squared-round, compact, high-contrast, sturdy.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and consistently thick strokes. Curves resolve into softened corners rather than true circles, giving counters a squarish, superellipse feel (notably in O/C/G and the bowls of b/p). Proportions are tight with short extenders and a tall, economical silhouette; apertures are relatively small and spacing reads slightly compressed, reinforcing a dense rhythm. Terminals are clean and blunt, and the overall drawing stays geometric and uniform across letters and numerals.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, poster titles, brand marks, packaging callouts, and wayfinding where compact width and strong weight help messages cut through. It can work for brief UI labels or badges, though its dense counters and heavy color favor larger sizes over long passages.
The tone is functional and no-nonsense, with an industrial confidence that feels modern and straightforward. Its blocky rounded forms add a friendly softness without losing authority, making it feel sturdy rather than playful.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence in a compact width, combining geometric rigor with softened corners for a modern, approachable industrial look. It prioritizes bold readability and consistent rhythm over delicate detail.
The numerals match the compact, squared-round logic of the letters, with simple, legible forms that hold up at display sizes. The lowercase includes a single-storey a and g, contributing to a simplified, contemporary voice.