Sans Superellipse Gudin 5 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Foro Sans' and 'Qubo' by Hoftype; 'Bega' by Indian Type Foundry; and 'Core Gothic N', 'Core Sans N', 'Core Sans N SC', and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, confident, modern, approachable, playful, impact, approachability, modernity, clarity, brand voice, rounded, soft corners, geometric, compact counters, sturdy.
A heavy, rounded sans with a geometric backbone and softly squared curves throughout. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and many terminals resolve into flat cuts rather than tapered ends, giving the design a sturdy, engineered feel. Counters are compact and rounded-rectangular, with broadly curved bowls (notably in C, G, O, and e) and a generally generous horizontal footprint. The lowercase shows simple, workmanlike constructions (single-storey a and g), while figures are bold and clear with squared shoulders and rounded corners.
This style suits display use where impact and clarity are prioritized: headlines, poster typography, product packaging, and brand marks that want a sturdy but friendly voice. It can also work for short UI labels or signage when set with comfortable size and spacing to maintain counter clarity.
The overall tone is friendly and contemporary, pairing a solid, assertive weight with softened geometry that keeps it approachable. Its rounded-rectangle forms lend a slightly playful, tech-forward character without feeling novelty-driven, making it feel upbeat and dependable at the same time.
The font appears designed to deliver high-impact, contemporary typography using superelliptical, rounded-rectangular forms that feel both modern and approachable. Its simplified lowercase structures and uniform stroke behavior suggest an emphasis on legibility and bold presence in branding and display contexts.
The rhythm is blocky and consistent, with clear, open apertures in letters like c and s, and a strong, stable baseline presence. The design reads best when allowed space, as the dense stroke weight and compact counters can visually fill in at smaller sizes.