Sans Superellipse Pygef 13 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Benton Sans' and 'Benton Sans Std' by Font Bureau, 'FF Nort Headline' by FontFont, and 'Aago' by Positype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, packaging, industrial, contemporary, utilitarian, assertive, clean, space-saving, impact, modernity, clarity, systematic, condensed, squared-round, geometric, compact, solid.
A compact sans with squared-round construction: curves resolve into rounded-rectangle bowls and softened corners, while vertical stems stay straight and sturdy. Stroke endings are mostly blunt, with minimal modulation and tight apertures that keep counters compact. Proportions are condensed and tall, producing a strong vertical rhythm; curves in letters like C, S, and O feel tensioned and slightly squared rather than fully circular. The lowercase is functional and simple, with a single-storey a and g, short joins, and firm terminals that maintain a dense, uniform texture in text.
This font suits headlines and short bursts of text where a condensed, high-impact voice is useful—posters, signage, packaging, and bold branding statements. It also works well for interface labels or dashboard-style graphics when you want a sturdy, space-efficient sans with a contemporary, engineered tone.
The overall tone is modern and workmanlike, with a confident, no-nonsense voice. Its squared-round geometry reads technical and contemporary, balancing friendliness from the rounded corners with an efficient, engineered feel. The weight and tight fit give it an assertive presence suited to attention-grabbing communication.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence in minimal horizontal space, using superellipse-like rounding to keep forms cohesive and approachable while retaining a structured, technical backbone. It prioritizes strong silhouette and uniform texture for clear display performance and a modern industrial aesthetic.
In the sample text, the condensed spacing and compact counters create a dark, cohesive color at larger sizes, while the softened corners prevent the texture from feeling harsh. Numerals share the same squared-round logic, reinforcing a consistent, system-like character across letters and figures.