Sans Superellipse Udgab 4 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Miura' by DSType, 'Geogrotesque Condensed Series' by Emtype Foundry, and 'Grillmaster' by FontMesa (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, sportswear, packaging, sporty, friendly, confident, modern, energetic, impact, approachability, modernity, legibility, momentum, rounded, soft corners, compact curves, blocky, upright terminals.
A heavy, slanted sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softly squared curves. Strokes stay broadly uniform, with blunt terminals and eased corners that give counters a compact, superelliptical feel. Proportions lean tall and sturdy: uppercase forms are wide-shouldered and stable, while lowercase letters are simple and robust with large, open apertures. The italic angle is consistent and mechanical rather than calligraphic, producing a steady forward rhythm in text.
Best suited to display sizes where its weight and rounded-square shapes can carry impact—headlines, posters, logos, and packaging. The consistent slant and sturdy numerals also make it effective for sporty identity systems, product labels, and short UI callouts where a friendly but forceful tone is desired.
The overall tone is bold and approachable, combining a sporty forward-lean with friendly, rounded geometry. It feels contemporary and pragmatic, with a confident, no-nonsense presence that still avoids harshness thanks to softened corners.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact, contemporary typography with a cohesive rounded-rectangle skeleton and a forward-leaning stance. It prioritizes immediate legibility and a strong silhouette, aiming for a modern, energetic voice without sharp edges.
Round forms like O/C/G read slightly squarish, reinforcing the superellipse theme. Numerals are chunky and highly legible, with simple silhouettes and minimal detailing, suited to quick recognition at a glance.