Sans Superellipse Ograr 8 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cadmium' by AVP, 'FF Good' by FontFont, 'Framer Sans' by June 23, 'DIN Next' and 'DIN Next Paneuropean' by Monotype, and 'Artico' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, industrial, poster, assertive, retro, compact, compact impact, display clarity, cohesive geometry, signage strength, rounded corners, condensed, blocky, softened, sturdy.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Strokes are thick and uniform, with softened corners and subtly squared bowls that keep curves feeling controlled rather than circular. Counters are small and tight, apertures are relatively closed, and terminals are blunt, giving the letters a dense, punchy texture. Uppercase forms are tall and condensed; lowercase is similarly narrow with single-storey shapes where shown and compact joins that emphasize a columnar rhythm. Numerals match the same blocky, rounded geometry for consistent color in headings and short lines.
Well suited to headlines, posters, and branding systems that need maximum impact in limited horizontal space. It also fits packaging, labels, and signage where bold, condensed letterforms and a sturdy rhythm help maintain clarity and presence.
The overall tone is bold and utilitarian, with a slightly retro, signage-like confidence. Rounded corners temper the weight, adding a friendly softness without losing an authoritative, no-nonsense feel.
Likely intended as a space-efficient display sans that delivers strong emphasis while keeping a softened, contemporary edge through rounded-rectangle forms. The consistent geometry across letters and numerals suggests a focus on cohesive headline typography for modern graphic applications.
The design’s superelliptical curves and tight internal spaces create strong visual impact at medium to large sizes, where the condensed proportions read as deliberate and energetic. In longer settings, the dense texture suggests using generous tracking or larger leading to keep lines from feeling too packed.