Sans Superellipse Gakat 1 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Peridot Latin' and 'Peridot PE' by Foundry5, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, and 'Fenomen Sans' by Signature Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, sporty, urgent, punchy, industrial, headline, impact, speed, compression, modernity, utility, condensed, slanted, compact, blocky, rounded corners.
A compact, heavy sans with a pronounced forward slant and tightly contained counters. The shapes lean on rounded-rectangle construction: curves feel squarish and controlled, with softened corners and broad, uniform strokes that keep the texture dense. Terminals are mostly blunt and clean, and the overall rhythm is steady and compressed, creating strong vertical presence. Numerals and capitals read as sturdy, slightly aerodynamic forms, while the lowercase stays solid and utilitarian with minimal delicate detail.
Best suited for short, high-visibility text such as headlines, posters, event graphics, and bold brand marks. It can also work well on packaging and apparel-style graphics where a compact, energetic voice is needed and space is limited.
The tone is forceful and fast, combining a sporty, high-impact energy with an industrial straightforwardness. Its dark color and slanted posture suggest motion and urgency, giving headlines a commanding, no-nonsense attitude.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space while maintaining a modern, engineered silhouette. The forward slant and rounded-rectangle construction aim for a sense of speed and robustness without ornamental distraction.
Because of the dense color and compact apertures, it favors sizes where its interior spaces can stay open and distinct. The rounded-rectangle geometry adds a contemporary, engineered feel rather than a humanist or calligraphic one.