Sans Superellipse Gibak 7 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Panton' by Fontfabric, 'HongKong' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'Augmento' by R9 Type+Design, and 'Nudista' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, friendly, sporty, retro, industrial, high impact, soft geometry, brand presence, signage clarity, modern utility, rounded, blocky, compact, sturdy, soft-cornered.
A heavy, soft-cornered sans with rounded-rectangle construction and a distinctly geometric, monoline feel. Curves resolve into broad superellipse-like bowls and counters, while straight strokes stay blunt and squared at the terminals. Letterforms are compact and sturdy, with generous internal rounding and mostly closed apertures that emphasize mass and uniform texture. Numerals follow the same chunky geometry, with rounded rectangular counters and simplified, highly legible silhouettes.
Best suited to display roles where weight and shape character can do the work: bold headlines, posters, logos and brand wordmarks, packaging panels, and wayfinding or signage. It can also serve for short UI labels or callouts when a robust, friendly emphasis is desired.
The overall tone is confident and approachable, combining a utilitarian, industrial sturdiness with a friendly softness from the rounded corners. It reads as energetic and contemporary with a subtle retro, signage-like flavor, suited to attention-grabbing messaging without feeling sharp or aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a cohesive rounded-rectangle geometry: a practical, high-visibility sans that feels modern and engineered, while staying approachable through softened corners and simplified, solid forms.
The rhythm in text is dense and even, creating a strong “inked-in” presence that holds together well in short lines and large sizes. The rounded terminals and squarish curves give it a distinctive, engineered look—more modular than humanist—while keeping a smooth, approachable finish.