Sans Superellipse Ogbaj 2 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Core Paint', 'Core Sans D', and 'Core Sans DS' by S-Core and 'Artico' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, friendly, punchy, retro, playful, approachable, impact, approachability, space saving, retro modern, rounded corners, soft terminals, compact, blocky, sturdy.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes are thick and largely uniform, with minimal modulation and tight interior counters that stay open through generous rounding. Curves resolve into squarish bowls and ovals, giving letters a superelliptical, slightly condensed rhythm. Terminals are blunt and smooth rather than sharp, and joins favor simple, sturdy geometry that reads cleanly at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding where a strong, compact wordshape is needed. The rounded geometry also works well for packaging, labels, and signage that benefits from a friendly but assertive presence. In UI contexts, it can serve effectively for buttons, badges, and short labels where impact matters more than long-form reading.
The overall tone is bold and cheerful, combining a no-nonsense weight with soft, rounded shapes that feel friendly rather than aggressive. Its compact width and blocky curves create a retro-leaning, headline-ready personality that’s energetic and approachable.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact in a tight horizontal footprint, using rounded superelliptical forms to keep the weight approachable. It aims for clear, modern simplicity with a hint of retro softness, balancing sturdiness with a welcoming feel.
Uppercase forms are straightforward and muscular, while lowercase maintains the same rounded-rectilinear logic for consistent texture. Numerals match the chunky, softened construction, supporting a cohesive typographic color in short phrases and prominent UI labels.