Sans Superellipse Gubem 8 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Moveo Sans' by Green Type, 'Danos' by Katatrad, 'Clara Sans' by Signature Type Foundry, 'Juhl' and 'Syke' by The Northern Block, 'Obvia' by Typefolio, and 'Accura' by dooType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, sturdy, modern, playful, clean, approachable impact, geometric clarity, display emphasis, signage utility, rounded, soft corners, compact, geometric, monoline.
A heavy, monoline sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Curves resolve into superellipse-like bowls and counters, giving letters a compact, blocky presence with even stroke weight and minimal modulation. Terminals are mostly blunt and squared-off, while round letters (O, C, G, e) feel slightly squashed into rounded rectangles rather than perfect circles. Spacing reads generous enough for headline use, with sturdy verticals and simplified joins that keep forms crisp at large sizes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, logos, packaging, and signage where a strong, friendly sans is needed. The dense, rounded geometry gives words a compact visual block that works well for short phrases and display text, and can also support UI labels and wayfinding when set with comfortable tracking.
The overall tone is friendly and approachable, with a confident, poster-ready solidity. Its rounded geometry softens the weight, creating a contemporary, slightly playful voice that still feels controlled and utilitarian rather than quirky.
The design appears intended to provide a modern display sans that combines strong weight with softened, rounded-rectangle forms for approachable impact. Its consistent stroke behavior and simplified geometry suggest a focus on clarity, cohesion across caps/lowercase/numerals, and a distinctive superellipse-driven silhouette.
Several glyphs lean into geometric simplification: the uppercase set is compact and stable, while the lowercase maintains a straightforward, single-storey look where applicable and a sturdy, slightly industrial rhythm. Numerals share the same rounded-rectangle logic, producing a cohesive, signage-like texture in mixed text.