Sans Superellipse Gylaz 9 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Plasma' by Corradine Fonts, 'FF Cube' by FontFont, 'RBNo3.1' by René Bieder, 'Celdum' and 'Metral' by The Northern Block, and 'Sica' by dooType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, signage, packaging, tech, industrial, futuristic, confident, sporty, impact, modernity, technical tone, squared, rounded corners, boxy, compact, monolinear.
A heavy, geometric sans with squared, superellipse-like bowls and broadly rounded corners. Strokes are uniformly thick with minimal contrast, producing a solid, monolinear texture. Curves resolve into rounded-rectangle forms (notably in O, C, G, Q, and the counters of a/e), while horizontals and verticals stay assertive and straight. Terminals are mostly blunt, and joins are clean and sturdy, giving the letters a compact, engineered feel. Numerals follow the same rounded-box construction, with large counters and straightforward silhouettes for strong legibility at display sizes.
This font is well suited to headlines, logos, packaging, and bold signage where its chunky, rounded-rect geometry can carry from a distance. It also fits tech and product contexts—UI titles, sports or gaming graphics, and promotional materials—where a strong, modern voice is desirable.
The overall tone feels modern and technical, with a streamlined, machine-made confidence. Its rounded-square geometry reads sporty and futuristic rather than friendly, suggesting interfaces, equipment labeling, and contemporary branding.
The design appears intended to fuse a strong display presence with a softened, rounded-square geometry, balancing toughness with approachability. Its consistent stroke weight and superellipse construction aim for a cohesive, contemporary look that stays clear and impactful in large text.
The forms favor squareness over circularity, and the counters tend to be rectangular with softened corners, creating a consistent “soft-edged hardware” motif. The lowercase keeps simple, single-storey constructions where applicable, reinforcing the utilitarian, display-oriented character.