Sans Normal Akbak 18 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Metcon' by Comicraft; 'Agenor', 'Geometos Neue', and 'Geometos Soft' by Graphite; 'Grotica' by Runsell Type; and 'Distinct Style' by Set Sail Studios (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, modern, friendly, confident, clean, advertising, impact, clarity, approachability, contemporary branding, rounded, geometric, open, sturdy, high impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and smooth, geometric curves. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, giving the letters a solid, even color in text. Counters are generally open and circular, and terminals finish cleanly without flares, while joins stay crisp and well-defined. The lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g” with simple, compact bowls, and the numerals are wide and sturdy with clear, straightforward forms.
Best suited for headlines, titles, and short-to-medium display text where its broad, heavy shapes can deliver impact. It will work well for branding, packaging, and signage that benefits from a friendly but assertive sans, and for UI callouts or labels where a strong presence is needed.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, combining a friendly roundness with assertive weight. It feels confident and uncomplicated, leaning toward contemporary branding and punchy messaging rather than delicacy or formality.
The design appears intended as a contemporary, high-impact sans that stays welcoming through rounded geometry and open counters. It prioritizes bold legibility and a clean, versatile silhouette for prominent communication.
Spacing reads comfortable at display sizes, with a strong, uniform rhythm that maintains clarity in dense lines. Round letters like O/Q and C/G emphasize the geometric construction, while diagonals (A, V, W, X, Y) remain stable and bold without appearing sharp or spindly.