Sans Superellipse Geraz 4 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk' and 'Akzidenz-Grotesk W1G' by Berthold, 'Poynter Gothic' by Font Bureau, 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, 'Chandler Mountain' by Mega Type, and 'Nimbus Sans Novus' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, urgent, loud, assertive, modern, impact, speed, branding, display, slanted, compact, rounded, blocky, punchy.
A heavy, forward-slanted sans with compact proportions and broad, rounded-rectangle (superellipse-like) curves. Strokes are thick and largely uniform, with tight apertures and small interior counters that emphasize mass and punch. Terminals are clean and blunt, corners are generously softened, and curves feel controlled rather than geometric-perfect. Overall spacing reads slightly condensed, giving lines a dense, high-impact rhythm; numerals and caps share the same sturdy, streamlined construction.
Best suited for attention-grabbing applications such as headlines, posters, sports and fitness branding, product packaging, and bold signage where a fast, forceful voice is desired. It can work for short bursts of text or subheads, but its dense, heavy color is most effective when used at larger sizes or with generous leading.
The slant and weight create a sense of speed and intensity, with a confident, competitive tone. It feels contemporary and utilitarian, leaning toward energetic display rather than quiet neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a streamlined, motion-forward italic stance and rounded rectangular geometry. Its consistent, sturdy construction prioritizes legibility at a glance and a strong branding presence.
Uppercase forms look engineered and compact, while the lowercase keeps the same robust build, resulting in strong texture at text sizes. The tight counters and closed shapes increase impact but can reduce openness in longer passages.