Sans Superellipse Ikbas 1 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Tusker Grotesk' by Lewis McGuffie Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, confident, sporty, friendly, punchy, retro, impact, approachability, display clarity, brand presence, blocky, rounded, sturdy, compact, soft corners.
A heavy, compact sans with broad proportions and rounded-rectangle geometry. Strokes are consistently thick with small, tight counters and softened corners, creating a dense, high-impact texture. Curves (C, O, S) read as squarish superellipse forms, while joins and terminals stay blunt and pragmatic rather than calligraphic. The lowercase is built for strength and clarity with a large x-height and simple, sturdy shapes; the numerals match the same blocky, rounded construction for a cohesive set.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and bold display typography where maximum impact is needed. It can work well for sports and streetwear branding, packaging fronts, large-format signage, and social graphics, especially when set with ample spacing to keep interior shapes open.
The overall tone is bold and straightforward, with a friendly softness coming from the rounded corners. It feels energetic and utilitarian at the same time, suggesting athletic, industrial, or headline-driven messaging rather than delicate refinement.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch and legibility in display settings by combining wide proportions with rounded, superellipse-like forms. The consistent stroke weight and softened corners aim to balance assertiveness with approachability, producing a robust, modern workhorse for big type.
Because the counters are tight and the strokes are thick, the font creates strong dark mass and benefits from generous tracking and line spacing at smaller sizes. The wide footprint and dense rhythm make it especially attention-grabbing in short phrases and stacked layouts.