Sans Superellipse Hidek 13 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Outlast' by BoxTube Labs, 'Isotonic' by Emtype Foundry, 'Mexiland' by Grezline Studio, and 'Winner Sans' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, punchy, sporty, industrial, confident, playful, impact, approachability, clarity, modernity, rounded corners, compact, blocky, soft-square, high impact.
A heavy, block-oriented sans with rounded-rectangle (soft-square) geometry throughout. Curves are built from broad superelliptical arcs rather than circles, and corners are consistently eased, giving the design a cushioned, machined feel. Strokes stay uniform, counters are roomy for the weight, and terminals are mostly flat. Proportions lean compact in the lowercase with a large x-height and short ascenders, while caps read sturdy and stable; numerals are similarly stout and highly legible. Overall spacing and rhythm favor bold headlines, with clear differentiation between similarly shaped forms.
Best suited to high-impact display settings such as headlines, posters, product packaging, and bold brand marks where its chunky shapes and rounded corners can read clearly. It also works well for short UI labels, tags, and wayfinding-style signage when a strong, friendly voice is desired.
The font projects a bold, modern confidence with a friendly softness at the corners. It feels athletic and industrial at once—like signage and equipment branding—while maintaining an approachable, slightly playful tone. The overall impression is assertive and attention-grabbing without becoming sharp or aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual presence with softened geometry: a sturdy, contemporary sans that can carry branding and headline copy while staying approachable. Its rounded-rectangle construction suggests a focus on clear silhouettes and consistent, modular forms that reproduce cleanly at large sizes.
Round forms such as O/Q and C/G emphasize squarish, rounded counters, and the design language stays consistent across letters and digits. The lowercase retains a simple, utilitarian construction (single-storey shapes where applicable), reinforcing clarity at larger sizes.