Sans Superellipse Ognoz 2 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Explorer' by Fenotype, 'Grillmaster' by FontMesa, 'Mr Black' by Hipopotam Studio, 'Robuck' by Martype co, 'Duotone' by Match & Kerosene, and 'Winner Sans' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, industrial, poster, retro, sporty, confident, maximum impact, compact economy, friendly strength, geometric consistency, blocky, rounded, compact, sturdy, punchy.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softly squared corners throughout. Strokes are monolinear and dense, with tight internal counters and short apertures that emphasize a solid, blocklike silhouette. Curves tend to resolve into superelliptical bowls, while joins and terminals stay blunt and slightly radiused, keeping the texture even and highly inked. Figures match the letters in weight and footprint, reinforcing a uniform, headline-forward rhythm.
Best suited to large sizes where its chunky forms and rounded geometry can project clearly—posters, display headlines, bold branding, packaging, and short signage messages. It also works well for energetic, condensed wordmarks and badges where a compact footprint and strong presence are desirable.
The overall tone is bold and assertive, with a utilitarian, industrial flavor that also reads as retro and sporty. Its rounded geometry keeps the voice friendly rather than aggressive, making it feel approachable while still unmistakably strong and attention-seeking.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a compact width, using rounded-rectilinear construction to keep shapes simple, consistent, and highly legible at display sizes. The heavy, uniform strokes and softened corners suggest a deliberate balance between industrial strength and friendly approachability.
The narrow set and substantial weight create high visual density, so spacing and counters can feel tight in longer lines. The design favors impact over delicacy, with simplified shapes and consistent rounding that maintain a cohesive, stamped look across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals.