Sans Superellipse Perad 6 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Laqonic 4F' by 4th february, 'ATF Railroad Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Astern Shade' by Edignwn Type, 'FS Industrie' by Fontsmith, 'Events' by Graphicxell, and 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, logos, playful, punchy, retro, cartoonish, friendly, impact, friendliness, space-saving, display clarity, retro flavor, blocky, rounded, compact, soft corners, heavyweight.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and soft, squarish counters. Strokes are thick and largely uniform, with minimal modulation and gently eased terminals that keep the overall texture smooth despite the weight. Curves resolve into superelliptical forms rather than perfect circles, and many joins are subtly flattened, producing a sturdy, condensed rhythm. The lowercase is straightforward and utilitarian, with a single-storey “a” and “g”, short ascenders/descenders, and dense spacing that reads as a solid typographic block.
Best suited for headlines, posters, packaging, and signage where a compact, high-impact word shape is needed. It also works well for logo marks and short UI labels that benefit from a friendly, blocky presence, especially when set with a bit of extra letterspacing to open up the counters.
The tone is bold and approachable, leaning toward vintage sign lettering and lighthearted display typography. Its chunky proportions and rounded geometry create a friendly, slightly comedic voice that feels energetic and attention-grabbing rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a condensed footprint, using rounded-rectangle forms to stay friendly while remaining bold and highly legible at display sizes. The consistent, simplified shapes prioritize a strong silhouette and an even, poster-ready texture.
Round characters like O/Q and numerals show squared-off bowls that emphasize the superelliptical theme, while diagonals (V/W/X/Y) stay crisp and stable in the heavy weight. Small interior apertures and tight counters suggest the design is most comfortable at larger sizes or with generous tracking when needed.