Sans Superellipse Tiked 2 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'Hype vol 2' by Positype, 'Vinyl' by T-26, 'Ordax' by The Northern Block, and 'Headlines' by TypeThis!Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, apparel, sports branding, retro, punchy, sporty, informal, energetic, impact, compactness, motion, approachability, texture, condensed, slanted, rounded, inked, bouncy.
A condensed, slanted sans with rounded, superellipse-like counters and a compact footprint. Strokes are heavy with subtly uneven, inked edges that create a hand-printed texture while keeping consistent, sturdy letterforms. Curves are generously rounded and terminals are mostly blunt, producing a soft rectangular rhythm across straight and curved strokes. Spacing is fairly tight and the overall color is dense, with letterforms that stay legible while emphasizing momentum and impact.
Best suited to short-to-medium headlines where bold, compact text needs to read quickly: posters, event graphics, product packaging, and merch. The textured edges and condensed rhythm also work well for branding in sporty or retro-inspired contexts, and for punchy callouts or pricing/number-heavy elements where dense numerals are helpful.
The font conveys a lively, retro-leaning attitude—confident, upbeat, and slightly rugged. Its italic slant and dense weight feel sporty and promotional, while the rounded shapes keep it friendly rather than aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver high impact in limited horizontal space, pairing a forward-leaning stance with rounded, approachable geometry. The subtle roughness suggests a printed or brush-ink influence, adding character without sacrificing overall clarity.
Round letters (like O/C/G) read as squarish-rounded forms, and many joins and shoulders have a slightly compressed, elastic feel. The numerals match the same sturdy, rounded construction, supporting strong visual consistency between text and display settings.