Sans Superellipse Ugmiv 4 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'European Sans Pro' and 'European Soft Pro' by Bülent Yüksel, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'Argot' by K-Type, and 'Nominee' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports, branding, packaging, sporty, energetic, assertive, retro, impact, space saving, motion, display strength, condensed, slanted, rounded, blocky, compact.
A compact, heavy, slanted sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes stay visually even, creating solid, block-like letterforms with minimal modulation and a consistent, forward-leaning rhythm. Counters are tight and shapes are simplified for impact; terminals tend to be blunt and squared-off, while curves read as superelliptical rather than purely circular. The overall texture is dense and dark, with sturdy joins and short extenders that reinforce a compressed, punchy silhouette.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, sports graphics, logos, and bold brand statements. It can also work on packaging and promotional collateral where a condensed, energetic look helps maximize presence in limited space.
The tone is fast and forceful, with a distinctly sporty, headline-driven presence. Its forward slant and chunky proportions suggest motion, competitiveness, and high energy, while the rounded geometry adds a friendly, retro-industrial warmth rather than sharp aggression.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch in a compact footprint, combining a forward-leaning stance with rounded-rectangle forms for a modernized retro sports-display feel. It prioritizes strong wordshape, dense color, and immediate legibility at large sizes over fine detail.
The uppercase set feels especially poster-ready, with broad, stable forms and strong horizontal emphasis, while the lowercase remains compact and utilitarian. Numerals are similarly weighty and simplified, built to hold up in bold display settings where a tight, cohesive wordshape is desirable.