Sans Superellipse Mepa 5 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, logos, retro, sporty, industrial, friendly, energetic, space saving, high impact, retro modern, motion, condensed, rounded, soft corners, oblique, compact.
A compact, condensed sans with a consistent oblique slant and heavy, even strokes. Letterforms lean on rounded-rectangle geometry: straight-ish sides with softened corners, producing squarish counters in shapes like O and D. Curves are smooth and closed apertures stay tight, while terminals are uniformly rounded, giving a cohesive, slightly compressed rhythm. Ascenders and descenders are kept controlled, and the numerals follow the same rounded, condensed construction for a uniform texture in mixed text.
Best suited for headlines, short statements, and branding where a condensed, energetic voice is desired. It works well on posters, packaging, apparel graphics, and logo wordmarks, especially when space is limited and strong silhouette recognition is important.
The overall tone feels retro and sporty, with a streamlined, machine-made confidence. Its softened corners keep it approachable rather than aggressive, while the forward slant adds motion and energy that reads as dynamic and display-oriented.
The design appears intended to combine compact economy with a distinctive rounded-rectilinear personality. By pairing uniform weight with softened corners and an oblique stance, it aims to deliver high-impact display clarity while maintaining a friendly, retro-modern feel.
The narrow set width and compact internal spacing create strong vertical momentum and a dense, poster-like color on the page. Rounded joins and consistently softened terminals reduce brittleness at larger sizes, reinforcing a smooth, aerodynamic look.