Sans Superellipse Lokay 2 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'DIN Next Paneuropean' by Monotype; 'Core Paint', 'Core Sans D', and 'Core Sans DS' by S-Core; and 'Artico' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, friendly, playful, compact, punchy, retro, space saving, high impact, approachability, display clarity, rounded, soft corners, blocky, sturdy, condensed.
A heavy, compact sans with rounded-rectangle construction and consistently softened corners. Strokes are uniform and dense, producing a solid, poster-like color on the page, while counters are relatively small and tightly controlled. Curves and terminals resolve into rounded ends rather than sharp cuts, giving the forms a superellipse feel; joints stay simple and sturdy with minimal modulation. Overall proportions are narrow and space-efficient, and the uppercase reads as tall and blocky, with a lower-case that remains straightforward and utilitarian.
Best suited to headlines and short blocks of copy where dense, high-impact forms are an advantage. It works well for packaging, branding, signage, and promotional graphics that want a compact footprint with a friendly, rounded tone.
The rounded, condensed heft gives the face a friendly toughness—bold and attention-getting without feeling aggressive. Its soft-corner geometry adds a playful, slightly retro sign-paint/packaging energy, making it feel approachable and consumer-facing while still commanding presence.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum visual impact in a narrow width while maintaining a soft, approachable character through rounded-rectangle geometry. It prioritizes bold, consistent silhouettes and a unified rhythm for display-driven typography.
The rhythm is tightly packed and highly consistent, favoring clarity at large sizes and strong silhouettes over airy openness. Numerals match the same compact, rounded construction, keeping a cohesive voice across letters and figures.