Sans Superellipse Hikas 2 is a very bold, narrow, monoline, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Judgement' by Device, 'Oval' by Fontfabric, 'Behover' by Martype co, and 'Amarow' and 'Emmentaler' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, industrial, retro, assertive, condensed, playful, space saving, high impact, retro display, bold branding, rounded corners, blocky, compact, high contrast (mass), soft terminals.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and consistently softened corners. Strokes are broadly even, creating a sturdy, poster-like texture, while counters tend to be tight and vertically oriented. The proportions are condensed with tall lowercase, and many curves resolve into squarish bowls and arches rather than true circles, giving the alphabet a superelliptical rhythm. Numerals follow the same blocky, rounded geometry, maintaining strong color and a uniform vertical stance in text.
Well suited for headlines, posters, and short emphatic statements where strong presence is needed. It can also work for packaging, labels, and signage that benefit from condensed width and high impact. For extended reading, larger sizes and generous leading help preserve clarity.
The overall tone feels bold and utilitarian with a retro-industrial edge, balancing toughness with friendly rounded shaping. Its condensed structure and punchy mass suggest urgency and confidence, while the softened corners keep it approachable rather than harsh.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space, using rounded-rectangle geometry to create a cohesive, recognizable voice. Its consistent stroke weight and compact counters prioritize bold silhouette and uniform texture for display-driven typography.
In longer lines the dense blackness and narrow spacing create a strong, compact texture that reads best at medium-to-large sizes. The distinctive squarish curves and tight apertures make the design more characterful than neutral, especially in rounded letters and arch-like forms.