Sans Superellipse Pibif 2 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, labels, industrial, condensed, utilitarian, retro, punchy, compact impact, sign clarity, industrial tone, display utility, squared, rounded, blocky, compact, sturdy.
A compact, blocky sans with softly squared (superellipse-like) curves and a tight overall footprint. Strokes are consistently heavy with minimal modulation, and terminals are predominantly flat, producing a sturdy, sign-ready texture. Counters tend to be rectangular and slightly rounded, keeping forms clear at larger sizes while emphasizing a mechanical, engineered rhythm. The lowercase shows simple, workmanlike constructions (single-storey a and g), and figures are similarly squared and monolithic, matching the alphabet’s compact proportions.
This style performs best in short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, labels, and wayfinding-style signage. It can also work for logos and brand marks that want a compact, industrial voice, especially when set with generous tracking or ample line spacing to offset the dense counters.
The tone is functional and industrial, with a subtle retro sign-painting and stencil-adjacent feel. Its dense shapes and squared curves convey durability and practicality rather than delicacy, reading as confident and no-nonsense. Overall it feels suited to bold messaging where clarity and impact are prioritized.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch in a compact width while maintaining a consistent, squared-round geometry across letters and numbers. It prioritizes strong silhouette, straightforward construction, and a uniform texture suitable for display typography and practical, message-first applications.
Round letters (like O/C) lean toward rounded-rectangle geometry, while diagonals (A/V/W/X) stay crisp and angular, creating a mix of soft corners and sharp joins. The rhythm is tight and uniform, with limited interior breathing room that increases perceived weight and presence in headlines.