Sans Superellipse Wape 5 is a very bold, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A heavy, wide sans with squared-off, superelliptical curves that read like rounded rectangles rather than circles. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal contrast, and corners are broadly radiused, producing a sturdy, machined silhouette. Apertures and counters tend to be tight and rectangular (notably in C, G, O, e), while diagonals are blunt and wedge-like (A, K, V, W, Y) for a crisp, engineered rhythm. Overall spacing and proportions favor bold sign-like clarity, with simplified terminals and a generally compact internal fit.
Best suited to large-size applications where bold, wide letterforms can command attention: headlines, posters, branding marks, and product or packaging titling. It also fits tech-forward UI/overlay moments (e.g., dashboards, game menus) when used sparingly for emphasis, where its tight counters and dense color remain legible.
The tone is assertive and modern, with a distinctly technical, sci‑fi edge. Its chunky geometry and rounded-square shaping feel industrial and performance-oriented, suggesting speed, hardware, and contemporary digital interfaces rather than warmth or tradition.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact through a wide stance and rounded-rectangle geometry, balancing hard-edged construction with softened corners. It aims for a contemporary, engineered personality that stays consistent across letters and numerals for strong display cohesion.
Distinctive superellipse construction shows strongly in the rounded forms (O, Q, 0, 8), and the numerals follow the same squared-round logic for a cohesive set. The lowercase retains the same blocky geometry, with single-storey a and g contributing to a utilitarian, display-first feel.