Sans Superellipse Higov 13 is a very bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Judgement' by Device; 'Evanston Tavern' by Kimmy Design; 'Alma Mater' and 'Oscar Bravo' by Studio K; and 'Aeroscope', 'Amarow', and 'Emmentaler' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, signage, industrial, retro, sports, techno, assertive, impact, space-saving, branding, modernist, blocky, rounded, squared, compact, stencil-like.
A compact, heavy sans with squared, superelliptical outlines and generously rounded corners. Strokes keep a consistent, monoline feel, with tight counters and deliberate rectangular cut-ins that create a slightly segmented, stencil-like construction in places. Curves resolve into rounded-rectangle bowls rather than true circles, giving letters a solid, engineered footprint. Terminals are blunt and flat, and the overall rhythm is dense and uniform, prioritizing impact over delicacy.
Best suited for headlines, short statements, and branding where a dense, powerful voice is needed. It works well on posters, packaging, labels, and wayfinding-style signage, and can add a sporty or techno-industrial flavor to logos and wordmarks. For longer reading, it will be most comfortable at larger sizes with ample spacing due to its compact apertures and heavy color.
The tone is bold and utilitarian, leaning toward retro signage and athletic/industrial branding. Its rounded-square geometry reads as confident and mechanical, with a slightly futuristic edge that feels at home in high-impact titles and bold identity work.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a condensed footprint, using rounded-square geometry and consistent stroke weight to achieve a strong, engineered look. Distinctive cut-ins and squared counters add character and memorability while maintaining a clean sans structure.
Uppercase forms are especially compact with narrow apertures, while lowercase maintains the same chunky, squared logic for a cohesive texture in text lines. Numerals follow the same rounded-rect geometry, staying sturdy and highly graphic. The internal notches and squared joins introduce distinctive patterning at display sizes, while smaller sizes may feel dark due to the tight counters.