Sans Superellipse Hidaf 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Potomac' by Context, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'Eloque' by Prestigetype Studio, and 'Manifest' by Yasin Yalcin (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, friendly, modern, punchy, playful, impact, approachability, modern branding, clarity, rounded, soft corners, compact, geometric, high impact.
A heavy, compact sans with softly rounded corners and a squarish, superellipse-influenced construction. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing dense black shapes and strong color on the page. Counters tend to be small and neatly carved, and curves transition into straighter segments with a controlled, geometric rhythm. Lowercase forms are sturdy and simple, with short arms and terminals that feel slightly blunted rather than sharp, supporting a tight, blocky texture in text.
Best suited to headlines, posters, punchy brand marks, packaging, and short-form messaging where a bold, compact texture is desirable. It can work for UI labels or navigational signage when set with ample size and spacing, but its dense forms are most effective in display-driven contexts.
The overall tone is assertive yet approachable: loud enough for attention-grabbing headlines, but softened by rounded geometry that reads friendly and contemporary. It suggests a sporty, streetwise energy—confident, direct, and a bit playful rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a contemporary, rounded-geometric voice—prioritizing bold presence, clean construction, and a friendly edge for modern branding and attention-led typography.
Wide, weighty capitals and numerals create a strong billboard presence, while the rounded joins help keep large sizes from feeling harsh. In longer samples the dense set and small counters make the texture feel solid and continuous, favoring impact over delicacy.