Sans Superellipse Ukboh 2 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Resiliency3' by Alphabet Agency, 'Kanal' by Identikal Collection, 'Exabyte' by Pepper Type, 'Monbloc' by Rui Nogueira, and 'Kanal' by T-26 (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, signage, techno, industrial, retro, game-like, authoritative, digital tone, modular geometry, high impact, branding focus, display strength, square-rounded, modular, angular, stencil-like, geometric.
This typeface is built from compact, rounded-rectangle forms with squared curves and consistently heavy strokes. Letterforms feel modular and engineered: corners are mostly radiused, bowls are squarish, and joins are crisp with minimal contrast. Counters tend to be small and rectangular, and several glyphs use straight, cut-in terminals that create a slightly segmented, almost stencil-like rhythm. The overall silhouette is tall and condensed, with tight internal spacing and a strong, blocky color on the page.
It is well-suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, logos, and branding where a compact, techno-industrial character is desirable. The strong, rectangular rhythm also fits packaging, signage, and UI-style title treatments, especially when paired with minimal layouts that can support its dense texture.
The tone is mechanical and futuristic with a pronounced retro-digital flavor. Its squared curves and sturdy construction evoke industrial labeling, arcade-era graphics, and sci‑fi interface typography. The voice is firm and utilitarian rather than friendly or calligraphic, with an assertive, high-impact presence.
The design appears intended to translate rounded-rectangle geometry into a compact display sans with a distinctly digital, constructed feel. Its consistent stroke weight and modular shaping prioritize visual punch, stylistic coherence, and a futuristic/retro interface aesthetic over delicate text nuance.
Distinctive geometric decisions—such as the squared bowls, flat-topped curves, and sharp internal cutouts—give the design a custom, display-driven personality. Diagonals are used sparingly and appear as clipped wedges, reinforcing the engineered, modular feel. At smaller sizes, the tight counters and heavy mass suggest it will read best when given adequate size and breathing room.