Sans Superellipse Ibnog 6 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' and 'ATF Railroad Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Knockout' by Hoefler & Co., 'Tabloid Edition JNL' by Jeff Levine, 'CG Triumvirate' by Monotype, and 'PG Gothique' and 'PG Grotesque' by Paulo Goode (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, sports branding, signage, assertive, industrial, sporty, compact, utilitarian, impact, compactness, durability, attention, clarity, blocky, rounded, condensed, sturdy, punchy.
A compact, heavy sans with broad, blunt strokes and rounded-rectangle (superellipse) curves. The forms are tightly proportioned with minimal stroke modulation, producing a solid, poster-like texture. Counters are relatively small and apertures are somewhat closed, especially in letters like C, S, and e, reinforcing a dense rhythm. Terminals are mostly flat and squared off, while corners and bowls are generously rounded, creating a softened block structure across both uppercase and lowercase. The numerals match the same chunky, compact construction for consistent color in mixed text.
Best suited to short, high-contrast applications such as headlines, posters, and bold callouts where impact matters more than delicate detail. It can work well for packaging, sports or fitness branding, and straightforward signage that benefits from a compact, sturdy voice. For paragraphs, it’s most appropriate at larger sizes with comfortable line spacing to avoid an overly dense page color.
The overall tone is forceful and high-impact, with a functional, no-nonsense feel. Rounded corners keep it from reading as harsh, lending a friendly toughness that fits energetic and action-oriented messaging. Its dense spacing and heavy silhouette communicate confidence and immediacy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch in a compact footprint, using superelliptical rounding to soften an otherwise block-like, industrial structure. It prioritizes bold presence and consistent texture across cases and numerals for clear, attention-grabbing display typography.
Uppercase shapes read particularly uniform and billboard-ready, while the lowercase maintains strong presence through large internal mass and simplified joins. In longer lines, the heavy weight creates a dark typographic color, so generous leading and careful tracking can help maintain clarity.