Sans Superellipse Udbev 5 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Dharma Gothic' and 'Dharma Gothic Rounded' by Dharma Type, 'Cargi' by Studio Principle Type, 'Maleo' by Tokotype, and 'Polate Soft' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, assertive, modern, energetic, industrial, space saving, high impact, speed impression, modern utility, condensed, oblique, rounded, soft corners, compact.
A condensed, heavy sans with an oblique slant and compact, high-impact silhouettes. Strokes are thick and largely uniform, with rounded-rectangle construction in bowls and counters that keeps curves smooth and controlled. Terminals tend to be blunt and slightly softened, and curves on letters like C, G, O, and S feel squarish and tensioned rather than fully circular. The overall rhythm is tight and vertical, with narrow widths, sturdy joins, and simplified geometry that stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited to short, prominent copy such as headlines, poster typography, promotional graphics, sports or fitness branding, and impactful packaging. It can also work for bold wayfinding or signage where a condensed footprint is helpful, especially at display sizes.
The font reads as forceful and fast, with a forward-leaning stance that suggests motion and urgency. Its dense blackness and compact proportions give it a no-nonsense, performance-oriented tone that feels contemporary and a bit industrial.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, combining condensed proportions with a forward slant for momentum. Its rounded-rectangle geometry and blunt terminals suggest a goal of modern clarity and consistency across letters and numbers.
The sample text shows strong word-shape coherence at larger sizes, with counters staying open enough to remain legible despite the heavy weight and condensed fit. Numerals share the same compact, squared-round logic, supporting a cohesive voice in mixed alphanumeric settings.