Sans Superellipse Humol 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Sans' by Artegra, 'Avenir Next Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'PF DIN Text' by Parachute, 'Bulltoad' by Typodermic, and 'Artico' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, friendly, retro, playful, confident, impact, approachability, clarity, brandability, display, rounded, blocky, soft-cornered, chunky, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad, superellipse-like curves and softly squared corners. Strokes are monolinear and dense, with large counters that stay open despite the weight, giving the letters a sturdy, poster-ready silhouette. Terminals are mostly blunt and rounded, and curves transition smoothly into straight segments, creating a geometric-but-soft rhythm across both uppercase and lowercase. Numerals match the same chunky, rounded construction and maintain consistent visual weight with the letters.
Best suited to display applications where strong shapes matter: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, and short impactful copy. It can also work for UI labels or navigation where a friendly, high-visibility tone is desired, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is confident and approachable, combining a strong, attention-grabbing presence with a warm softness in the corners and curves. It leans toward a slightly retro, pop-signage feel—assertive without looking aggressive—making it read as upbeat and accessible.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact with minimal fuss: a simplified, geometric construction softened by rounded-rectangle curves to keep the texture welcoming. Its consistent weight and compact proportions suggest an intention to perform as a bold, versatile display sans for modern branding and punchy editorial use.
Uppercase forms are compact and stable, while the lowercase keeps simple, single-storey constructions that reinforce an informal, contemporary voice. Spacing in the samples appears tuned for headline sizes, with tight internal shapes and clear, high-contrast silhouettes that hold up well at display scale.