Sans Superellipse Pikav 2 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Tungsten' by Hoefler & Co., 'Masifa' by Hurufatfont, 'Athletic Condensed' and 'Athletic Pro' by Mandarin, 'Entropia' by Slava Antipov, and 'Heading Now' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, branding, condensed, industrial, assertive, utilitarian, modern, space saving, high impact, systematic, modern utility, monoline, compact, blocky, rounded corners, vertical stress.
A compact, condensed sans with monoline strokes and rounded-rectangle (superellipse) curves that keep counters open while maintaining a tight footprint. The overall construction is vertical and clean, with short crossbars, firm terminals, and a consistent geometric rhythm. Round letters such as C, G, O, and Q read as softly squared forms rather than true circles, giving the type a sturdy, engineered feel. Numerals follow the same narrow, high-impact proportions with clear, straightforward shapes.
Best suited for headlines and display typography where space is limited and impact is needed, such as posters, packaging, labels, and wayfinding. It can also work for short UI labels or navigation elements when a compact, high-contrast-in-size word shape is desired, but extended body text may feel dense due to the condensed proportions.
The tone is direct and no-nonsense, projecting a strong, functional voice suited to contemporary systems and signage. Its condensed stance and squared-round curves suggest an industrial, urban character—confident rather than playful.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence in a narrow width while staying clean and highly legible. Its superelliptical rounds and consistent stroke logic point to a practical, system-minded display sans optimized for compact layouts and strong typographic rhythm.
In text settings, the dense spacing and vertical emphasis create a strong typographic color, especially at larger sizes. The design balances strict geometry with subtle corner rounding, which reduces harshness without losing punch.