Sans Superellipse Ifly 8 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Glembo' by Differentialtype, 'FF Sanuk' by FontFont, 'Graviola' by Harbor Type, 'Calton' by LetterMaker, 'Roihu' by Melvastype, and 'Eigerdals' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, friendly, retro, chunky, punchy, impactful display, friendly branding, retro flavor, softened geometry, soft corners, rounded, compact, bulky, high impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with a distinctly superelliptical construction: bowls and counters feel like softened rectangles, and corners are broadly radiused rather than circular. Strokes are thick and even, with minimal contrast and a compact, sturdy silhouette. Curves are generous and terminals are blunt, producing a smooth, “molded” look; joints and apertures tend to be tight, emphasizing mass over openness. Uppercase forms are broad and blocky (notably the squared-shoulder E and the sturdy, vertical-sided O), while the lowercase maintains a similarly chunky rhythm with simplified, robust shapes and short-looking extenders.
Best suited to display contexts such as headlines, posters, brand marks, packaging fronts, and signage where its dense weight and rounded geometry can carry personality at a glance. It can also work for short UI labels or callouts when large enough, but the tight apertures suggest avoiding long passages at small sizes.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a bold, cartoon-like confidence that reads as upbeat rather than aggressive. Its rounded geometry and dense color give it a nostalgic, signage-and-packaging feel, lending an energetic, playful voice to headlines and short statements.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact with a friendly, rounded voice—combining superelliptical shapes and heavy strokes to create a confident, contemporary-retro display sans that feels sturdy and approachable.
The font’s strong ink presence and tight internal spaces make it most effective when given ample size and breathing room. Figures follow the same softened-rectangular logic, creating a cohesive, poster-friendly numeric set.