Sans Superellipse Otgol 8 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Alamia' and 'Kardinal' by Ani Dimitrova, 'AC Texto Pro' by Antoine Crama, 'Whitney' by Hoefler & Co., 'Comenia Sans' by Suitcase Type Foundry, and 'Plusquam Sans' by Typolis (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, playful, approachable, punchy, modern, softened geometry, friendly impact, modern branding, high legibility, rounded, soft, chunky, compact, geometric.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and softly squared curves that feel superelliptical rather than purely circular. Strokes are broadly uniform and terminals are clean, with corners eased into gentle radii that keep the texture smooth at display sizes. Counters are moderately tight in letters like B, R, and a, while round forms (O, C, G, Q) stay open and stable, giving the face a sturdy, even color. Lowercase forms lean toward simple, single-storey construction (notably a and g), and the numerals are robust and readable with rounded joins and consistent weight.
Best suited to display applications where its heavy, rounded shapes can read clearly and project personality—such as headlines, brand marks, packaging, and retail or event signage. It also works well for short UI labels or callouts when a friendly but emphatic tone is desired, while longer passages will appear dense due to the weight and tighter interior spaces.
The overall tone is warm and contemporary, combining a solid, confident presence with an inviting softness. Its rounded geometry and dense rhythm add a slightly playful, friendly character without drifting into novelty. The result feels energetic and upbeat, suited to messaging that wants to be direct but personable.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern geometric sans with softened, superelliptical forms—prioritizing approachability and impact. It balances strong stroke presence with rounded detailing to create a bold, friendly voice for contemporary branding and attention-driven typography.
The face maintains a consistent geometric logic across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, producing a cohesive, blocky silhouette with softened edges. In text, the weight and compact counters create a strong typographic voice and a darker paragraph color, especially in mixed-case settings.