Sans Superellipse Otlag 8 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Prelo Condensed' by Monotype, 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, and 'Core Sans N SC' and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, modern, confident, friendly, pragmatic, clean, impact, clarity, approachability, contemporary, rounded, compact, solid, geometric, high contrast.
A heavy, monoline sans with rounded-rectangle geometry and softly squared curves throughout. Strokes are uniform and sturdy, with large counters and open apertures that keep forms readable despite the weight. Uppercase proportions feel compact and blocky, while the lowercase shows a tall x-height and short extenders, producing a dense, efficient rhythm. Curves (C, G, O, S) are superellipse-like rather than purely circular, and terminals tend to end bluntly with subtle rounding, reinforcing a robust, contemporary silhouette.
Best suited for headlines, short statements, and identity work where a compact, high-impact sans is needed. It should perform well in posters, signage, packaging, and UI moments like section headers or badges where sturdy shapes and clear counters support quick recognition.
The overall tone is modern and direct, with a friendly softness from the rounded corners that tempers the strong weight. It reads confident and utilitarian—more about clarity and impact than elegance—while still feeling approachable and contemporary.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum legibility and visual punch through thick, uniform strokes and rounded-rectangle construction. Its tall lowercase and compact uppercase proportions suggest a focus on space-efficient, contemporary display typography that remains friendly rather than harsh.
The numerals match the letterforms’ squared-round logic and carry strong presence at display sizes. The lowercase “a” and “g” are single-storey, and punctuation/spacing in the sample text suggests the design is optimized for headline clarity and bold messaging.