Sans Superellipse Yoba 1 is a very bold, very wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'ATC Duel' by Avondale Type Co. and 'PODIUM Sharp' and 'PODIUM Soft' by Machalski (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, muscular, playful, retro, industrial, loud, impact, approachability, retro display, signage strength, brand emphasis, rounded corners, blocky, softened, compact apertures, high impact.
A heavy, block-centric sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Curves are squarish and superelliptical rather than circular, producing wide bowls and thick terminals with minimal modulation. Counters tend to be tight and rectangular, and apertures are notably closed, which increases the solid, stamp-like mass on the page. Diagonals are broad and stable, and the lowercase maintains a large, sturdy body with short-looking ascenders and compact joins that favor bold silhouettes over fine detail.
Best suited to big, high-impact typography such as posters, headlines, event titles, sports or team branding, and bold packaging callouts. It also works well for short labels and signage where strong silhouettes and quick recognition matter more than fine interior detail.
The overall tone is assertive and attention-grabbing, with a friendly edge created by the rounded corners. It reads as energetic and slightly humorous—more “headline shout” than neutral text—evoking retro display lettering and bold industrial signage.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a cohesive rounded-rectangle geometry—combining blunt, blocky forms with softened corners to feel both strong and approachable in display contexts.
At larger sizes the squared curves and dense counters create a distinctive rhythm, while at smaller sizes the enclosed openings and heavy ink gain may reduce interior clarity. The numerals follow the same chunky geometry, making them feel cohesive in big, graphic settings.