Sans Superellipse Olbap 12 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Area' by Blaze Type, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, and 'Neue Rational Condensed' by René Bieder (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, logos, playful, punchy, friendly, retro, impact, compactness, approachability, character, rounded, chunky, compact, soft corners, quirky.
A heavy, compact sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes are monolinear and dense, with slightly irregular curves and subtle asymmetries that keep the texture lively rather than strictly geometric. Counters are small and squarish-round, apertures tend to be tight, and terminals often feel subtly flattened, giving the forms a stamped, poster-like solidity. The overall rhythm is condensed and emphatic, producing strong vertical color in text.
Best used for posters, headlines, packaging, and brand marks where a compact, high-impact voice is desired. It also works well for short UI labels or badges at larger sizes where its dense strokes and tight apertures remain clear.
The font reads as upbeat and approachable, with a bold, cartoonish confidence. Its rounded geometry and compact proportions evoke a mid-century display sensibility—friendly, attention-getting, and a bit quirky—suited to energetic messaging rather than quiet neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch in minimal horizontal space while maintaining a friendly, rounded tone. Its softened superellipse-like shapes and slightly imperfect curves suggest a deliberate move toward character and warmth over strict, mechanical precision.
Uppercase and lowercase share a consistent, rounded-rect skeleton, and the numerals match the same compact, chunky logic for cohesive headlines. At smaller sizes the tight counters and dense weight can reduce clarity, but at display sizes it delivers strong impact and a distinctive silhouette.