Sans Normal Akgan 8 is a bold, wide, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Contempo Gothic' by Arkitype, 'Artegra Sans' by Artegra, 'Heavitas Neue' by Graphite, 'Polin Sans' by Machalski, 'Vilonti' by Owl king project, 'Mazzard' by Pepper Type, 'Gilmer' by Piotr Łapa, and 'Manifestor' by Stawix (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, headlines, posters, packaging, signage, modern, friendly, confident, clean, tech, impact, legibility, modernity, simplicity, brand voice, geometric, rounded, high contrast (shape), open apertures, large counters.
A heavy, geometric sans with broadly rounded bowls and clean, straight terminals. Strokes are consistent and sturdy, with generous counters and open apertures that keep forms readable despite the strong weight. Curves are built from near-circular arcs, while diagonals (notably in A, K, V, W, X, Y) are crisp and stable. The lowercase is compact and simple, with single-storey a and g and a short, straightforward r; punctuation and numerals follow the same robust, uncluttered construction.
Best suited to branding and identity work, bold headlines, posters, packaging, and signage where strong silhouette and quick recognition matter. It also works well for short UI labels or dashboards when a sturdy, modern sans is desired, though it is most convincing at display and large text sizes.
The overall tone is contemporary and approachable, combining a friendly roundness with a confident, poster-ready presence. It feels practical and no-nonsense while still lively, making it suitable for modern brand voices that want clarity without austerity.
The design appears intended to deliver a highly legible, geometric sans with a friendly, rounded character and strong visual impact. Its simplified construction and consistent stroke behavior suggest an emphasis on clarity, reproducibility, and contemporary branding versatility.
Capitals read as solid blocks with even rhythm, and the forms maintain good distinction at display sizes—particularly the round letters (C, G, O, Q) and the open, readable e. Numerals are similarly bold and geometric, designed for high visibility in headings and UI-like contexts.