Sans Superellipse Osboz 2 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'FF Good' and 'FF Good Headline' by FontFont, 'Gratique' by Lemon Studio Type, and 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, labels, assertive, industrial, compact, modern, utilitarian, space saving, high impact, modern utility, sturdy readability, condensed, blocky, squared-round, closed apertures, tight spacing.
A compact, heavy sans with squared-round (superellipse-like) bowls and corners that read as softened rectangles rather than true circles. Strokes are uniformly thick with minimal modulation, and counters are comparatively tight, producing dense, high-impact word shapes. The condensed proportions are consistent across the set, with straight-sided verticals and sturdy horizontals; joins and terminals are clean and mostly flat, keeping the silhouette crisp. Numerals and lowercase maintain the same blocky rhythm, with single-story forms where present and generally closed apertures that reinforce the solid texture.
This font is well suited to headlines, posters, and bold callouts where compact width and strong presence matter. It can work effectively for signage and packaging/label applications that benefit from dense, punchy typography, particularly at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is forceful and practical, with a no-nonsense, engineered feel. Its compressed heft gives it a poster-like urgency, while the rounded corners keep it from feeling sharp or aggressive.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact in a condensed footprint, using squared-round geometry to create a contemporary, sturdy voice. The consistent stroke thickness and tight counters suggest an intention toward bold, economical display typography rather than delicate or text-oriented reading.
Because counters and apertures are tight at this weight, the design tends to form strong dark bands in text, especially in longer lines. It performs best when given enough size and breathing room to preserve character separation.