Sans Superellipse Emkov 5 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Fester' by Fontfabric, 'Opinion Pro' by Mint Type, 'PT Filter' by Paavola Type Studio, 'Karibu' by ROHH, 'Breuer Condensed' by TypeTrust, 'Hockeynight Sans' by XTOPH, and 'Gineso' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, wayfinding, sporty, urgent, technical, assertive, modern, compact impact, express speed, modern utility, space saving, brand punch, condensed, oblique, industrial, compact, rounded.
A condensed oblique sans with compact proportions and a tight, energetic rhythm. Strokes are heavy and even, with minimal modulation and smoothly rounded corners that soften the otherwise utilitarian geometry. Counters are small and sturdy, terminals are clean and largely straight-cut, and curves read as squarish rounds, giving letters like O/C/G a superellipse feel. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, and the numerals are similarly compact and upright in construction while maintaining the overall slant.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short bursts of text where a compact, high-impact voice is useful. It can work well for sports branding, product packaging, labels, and directional or informational graphics where space is limited and a dynamic tone is desired.
The overall tone is fast, forceful, and contemporary, with a strong forward lean that suggests speed and momentum. Its rounded-rect geometry adds a friendly, engineered polish, keeping it from feeling harsh while still communicating intensity and performance.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a compressed footprint while projecting motion and modernity. Rounded-rectangle curves and uniform stroke weight suggest an engineered, contemporary sensibility aimed at bold display communication.
The condensed width and heavy color create a dense texture that holds together well at display sizes, but can feel insistent in longer passages. The consistent slant and sturdy joins give it a stable, manufactured look suited to modern interfaces and branding.