Sans Superellipse Kase 8 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mako' by Deltatype, 'Diamante EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'Refinery' by Kimmy Design, 'Navine' by OneSevenPointFive, 'TS Diamante' by TypeShop Collection, and 'Hockeynight Sans' by XTOPH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, headlines, posters, packaging, app ui, sporty, assertive, dynamic, compact, industrial, impact, speed, strength, modernity, clarity, oblique, rounded corners, squared curves, blocky, tight spacing.
A heavy oblique sans with compact proportions and rounded-rectangle construction. Curves are squared off into soft corners, giving bowls and counters a superelliptical, engineered feel rather than a purely circular one. Strokes are largely uniform with minimal modulation, terminals are blunt, and joins stay crisp, producing a dense, high-impact texture. The rhythm is punchy and forward-leaning, with sturdy verticals, slightly condensed-looking caps, and numerals that read clearly through wide, open interior shapes and strong silhouettes.
Best suited for attention-grabbing headlines, sports and fitness branding, event posters, product packaging, and bold interface labels where a compact, energetic italic presence helps guide emphasis. It can also work for short subheads or callouts, but the dense weight and oblique angle make it less ideal for long-form reading.
The overall tone is energetic and forceful, leaning into a sporty, performance-driven voice. Its forward slant and chunky geometry suggest motion, urgency, and confidence, while the rounded corners keep it approachable rather than aggressive.
Likely designed to deliver maximum impact in a modern, motion-forward style by combining a strong oblique stance with rounded-rectangle geometry and uniform, low-contrast strokes. The intent appears to be a rugged, contemporary sans that feels fast and functional while retaining a polished, cohesive system of softened corners.
Letterforms show consistent corner rounding across straight and curved elements, creating a cohesive mechanical softness. The face maintains strong legibility at display sizes, with counters that resist filling in despite the heavy weight and tight, compact construction.