Sans Superellipse Ugmiv 1 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Sans' by Artegra; 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type; 'Core Sans M', 'Core Sans N', and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core; and 'Tolyer' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logos, sporty, energetic, bold, retro, friendly, impact, motion, display, approachability, branding, oblique, rounded, soft corners, compact, punchy.
A heavy, oblique sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes are thick and uniform, with minimal contrast and a slightly condensed, forward-leaning silhouette that keeps counters relatively tight. Curves read as superelliptical rather than purely circular, giving bowls and rounded terminals a squared-off softness. Uppercase forms are broad-shouldered and blocky, while lowercase shows simple, single-story structures (notably the a) and compact apertures, creating a dense, poster-like texture in text.
This font works best for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, sports or event branding, product packaging, and bold logo wordmarks. It can also serve for punchy pull quotes or labels where a compact, energetic texture is desirable, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is assertive and fast, with a sporty, display-first attitude. Its rounded geometry keeps it approachable, while the strong slant and weight add urgency and motion. The result feels retro-leaning and promotional, suited to attention-grabbing headlines rather than quiet body copy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a rounded, geometric voice: strong, forward motion from the slant, and a friendly sturdiness from the softened superellipse forms. It prioritizes visual punch and brand presence while maintaining clean sans simplicity.
Numbers and caps share the same chunky, rounded construction, producing a cohesive, sign-painter-meets-athletic feel. The italic angle is consistent across glyphs, and the heavy weight reduces interior whitespace, making spacing and line breaks feel naturally tight in longer samples.