Sans Superellipse Pykos 5 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
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A tall, condensed sans with monoline strokes and rounded-rectangle geometry throughout. Curves resolve into soft corners rather than true circles, giving bowls and counters a squarish, superelliptic feel. Terminals are consistently rounded, and joins stay simple and sturdy, creating an even, vertical rhythm. Uppercase forms are narrow with compact bowls (notably in B, P, R) and minimal contrast; lowercase follows the same logic with single-storey a and g and a clean, straightforward construction. Numerals are similarly condensed and simple, with open shapes and rounded ends that match the rest of the set.
Well-suited for space-conscious display typography such as UI labels, navigation, and compact headings where a narrow footprint is helpful. It also works for posters, signage, and packaging that benefit from a modern, geometric voice and a clean, high-contrast-on-background silhouette.
The overall tone is contemporary and utilitarian, with a mild friendliness coming from the softened corners. Its condensed stance and crisp, even strokes read as efficient and technical, while the rounded terminals keep it from feeling harsh or industrial.
The font appears designed to deliver a modern, space-saving sans with a distinctive rounded-rectangle skeleton. The consistent monoline construction and softened corners suggest an intention to balance technical clarity with approachable warmth, especially in short-form and display applications.
The design maintains a consistent corner radius across letters, numbers, and punctuation, which reinforces a cohesive “rounded-square” motif. In text settings, the narrow proportions create a dense texture, while the open counters help preserve clarity at larger sizes.