Sans Superellipse Forel 5 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Genius' by Artegra, 'All Round Gothic' by Dharma Type, and 'Chewatext' and 'Chewatext Rounded' by Jipatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, energetic, bold, friendly, modern, impact, momentum, approachability, brand presence, rounded, oblique, compact, soft corners, bulky.
A heavy, oblique sans with rounded-rectangle construction and smooth, continuous curves. Strokes are thick and even, with softened corners and generous, pill-shaped counters that keep the forms open despite the weight. Proportions feel expanded and sturdy, with a forward slant and slightly compact internal spacing that creates a dense, high-impact texture in text. The numerals match the letterforms with the same rounded terminals and broad, stable silhouettes.
Best suited to headlines, short statements, and logo-style wordmarks where its mass and slant can carry the message. It works well for sports, fitness, and youth-oriented branding, as well as packaging and promotional graphics that need bold presence. For paragraphs, it performs better in larger sizes with added spacing.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive while staying approachable due to the rounded geometry. It reads as modern and action-oriented, with a sporty, display-led confidence rather than a formal or editorial voice.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a fast, forward-leaning stance, combining a strong display weight with rounded, friendly geometry for broad commercial appeal.
The forward slant and broad shapes produce strong horizontal momentum, and the rounded joins help prevent the weight from feeling harsh. In longer lines, the dense color benefits from ample tracking and comfortable line spacing to preserve clarity.