Sans Superellipse Makab 6 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Bhelt' by Fateh.Lab, 'Kontesa' by FoxType, 'Sharp Grotesk Latin' and 'Sharp Grotesk Paneuropean' by Monotype, and 'Herokid' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, chunky, retro, friendly, punchy, attention, approachability, retro display, bold clarity, rounded corners, soft geometry, blobby, compact counters, high impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with a superelliptical, rounded-rectangle construction and generously softened corners throughout. Strokes are thick and mostly uniform, with minimal modulation and a sturdy, compact rhythm that keeps counters small and shapes tightly packed. Curves are broad and bulbous, terminals are blunt, and joins feel cushioned rather than sharp, producing a cohesive, blocky silhouette. The lowercase shows simple, single-storey forms and a tall x-height that keeps word shapes dense and bold at display sizes.
Best suited to large-scale display work where its heavy, rounded shapes can shine—headlines, posters, logos/wordmarks, packaging, and storefront or event signage. It can also work well for short, emphatic UI moments (like buttons or hero labels) when a warm, high-impact voice is needed.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a chunky softness that reads as playful rather than aggressive. Its inflated, pill-like forms evoke mid-century and pop display lettering, giving it a retro-fun character that feels informal, optimistic, and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a softened, approachable geometry—combining bold, compact letterforms with rounded-rectangle construction to create a friendly display voice that remains highly legible at larger sizes.
In the sample text, the dense black texture and small internal counters create strong visual presence, while letter spacing and the rounded joins keep the look friendly. The figures match the same cushioned geometry, making numerals equally prominent in headlines and badges.