Sans Normal Ikgan 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Core Sans C' and 'Core Sans CR' by S-Core, 'Futura Round SB' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Volkswagen Serial' by SoftMaker, and 'Caros' and 'Caros Soft' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, playful, soft, approachable, chunky, approachability, impact, simplicity, legibility, playfulness, rounded, blunt terminals, bubble-like, compact, smooth.
A heavy, rounded sans with soft corners, broad curves, and blunt, fully rounded terminals throughout. Strokes keep a consistent thickness and form a compact rhythm, with generous counters in letters like O, e, and a helping maintain clarity at bold sizes. Curves dominate the construction, and joins are smoothed rather than sharply angled, giving diagonals (V, W, X) a cushioned, sturdy feel. The overall texture is dense and dark, with simple, geometric shapes and a slightly bouncy, informal cadence.
Best suited for display roles where a bold, friendly voice is needed—headlines, posters, storefront or wayfinding signage, and brand marks that benefit from softness and approachability. It also fits well on packaging and social graphics where strong contrast against the background and quick recognition matter more than fine typographic nuance in long reading.
The tone is warm and upbeat, with a toy-like softness that reads as friendly rather than strict or technical. Its chunky presence and rounded details suggest casual, cheerful communication—more conversational than corporate—while still feeling clean and contemporary.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a welcoming, rounded personality, prioritizing smooth geometry and legibility at larger sizes. It aims for a modern, informal feel that stays clean and consistent across letters and figures.
The uppercase set is notably solid and uniform, while the lowercase adds extra personality through rounded shoulders and compact bowls, creating a lively mixed-case color in longer text. Numerals follow the same softened geometry, appearing sturdy and highly visible, especially in short bursts.