Sans Superellipse Otbab 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Midnight Sans' by Colophon Foundry, 'Ciutadella' by Emtype Foundry, and 'Boxed' and 'Boxed Round' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, ui labels, modern, confident, friendly, industrial, minimal, impact, clarity, modernity, robustness, approachability, geometric, squared-round, compact, sturdy, clean.
A heavy, geometric sans with squared-round construction and largely uniform strokes. Curves resolve into broad, superellipse-like bowls, and corners are softened rather than sharp, giving counters a rounded-rectangle feel. Proportions are compact with sturdy stems, short joins, and simple, matter-of-fact terminals; round letters like C, G, O, and Q read as slightly squarish, while forms like a, e, and s keep tight apertures for a dense, solid texture. Numerals follow the same robust geometry, with wide, stable shapes and clear, blocky silhouettes.
Best suited to display settings where weight and simplified geometry help it hold up at a distance: headlines, posters, signage, and bold branding moments. It can also work for short UI labels, navigation, and packaging callouts where a compact, sturdy sans is desirable.
The tone is assertive and contemporary, combining a practical, engineered feel with approachable softness from the rounded corners. It reads as confident and no-nonsense, with a subtly friendly warmth that keeps it from feeling harsh or technical.
Likely intended as a bold, contemporary workhorse that merges geometric construction with softened corners for improved approachability. The emphasis appears to be on strong silhouettes, consistent rhythm, and clear readability in prominent sizes.
The design maintains consistent geometry across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, producing a strong, even color in text. The lowercase is straightforward and legible, leaning toward utilitarian shapes rather than calligraphic nuance, and the overall rhythm favors clarity and impact over delicacy.