Sans Superellipse Higez 1 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Benton Sans Std' by Font Bureau, 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, 'PT Sans Pro' by ParaType, and 'Masserini' by Studio Sun (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, sports branding, signage, industrial, poster, athletic, retro, assertive, space saving, maximum impact, headline display, bold branding, condensed, blocky, rounded corners, compact, tight spacing.
A compact, condensed display sans with heavy, uniform strokes and softened, rounded-rectangle curves. Counters are small and apertures tend to be tight, producing a dense, ink-rich texture in text. Curves are smooth and squarish rather than geometric-circular, while verticals dominate and terminals finish cleanly without flaring. The overall rhythm is sturdy and compressed, with consistent stroke behavior across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
This font is well suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, storefront/signage, and packaging where dense black shapes and narrow width help maximize presence in limited space. It can also work for badges, labels, and sports or event branding that benefits from a tough, compressed voice.
The tone is loud and utilitarian, with an energetic, workmanlike feel that reads as sporty and retro at the same time. Its condensed heft suggests urgency and impact, giving headlines a no-nonsense, attention-grabbing voice.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch in a narrow footprint, combining rounded-rectangle curves with heavy strokes for a bold, industrial display look. It prioritizes visual impact and compact word shapes over openness and extended readability at small sizes.
In paragraphs the dark color and narrow set create a strong horizontal banding; it performs best when given room via generous leading and moderate tracking. The numeral forms follow the same compact, rounded-rect logic, staying legible but visually dense alongside text.