Sans Superellipse Mypa 5 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aurelux' by Andfonts, 'Dean Gothic' by Blaze Type, 'ITC Franklin' by ITC, 'Brown Pro' by Shinntype, 'Clear Gothic Serial' by SoftMaker, 'Kommon Grotesk' by TypeK, 'TS Clear Gothic' by TypeShop Collection, and 'Bulltoad' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, signage, friendly, punchy, retro, playful, confident, high impact, approachability, display clarity, brand voice, rounded, soft corners, compact, bulky, blocky.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad, superelliptical curves and softened corners that keep the dense weight from feeling harsh. Strokes are consistently thick with modest contrast, and counters are relatively small, giving letters a compact, sturdy silhouette. Terminals tend to be blunt and squared-off with rounding, producing a squared-round rhythm across straight-sided forms and bowls. Overall spacing reads tight and economical, emphasizing a solid, poster-like color on the page.
Best suited for large-size applications where its thick strokes and compact counters can project impact: headlines, posters, storefront or wayfinding signage, packaging fronts, and logo wordmarks. It can also work for short UI labels or badges when strong emphasis is needed, but extended small text may feel dense due to the heavy color and tight interior space.
The tone is warm and approachable while still assertive, balancing a friendly softness with a bold, attention-grabbing presence. Its rounded geometry gives it a slightly retro, sign-painter/advertising flavor without becoming whimsical or ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visibility and friendliness at display sizes, using rounded-rectangular construction to create a cohesive, modern-retro voice. It prioritizes bold presence and a smooth, approachable texture over delicate detail.
Round letters like O and Q appear more squarish than circular, reinforcing the superellipse construction. Lowercase forms keep a simple, sturdy structure with minimal detailing, and the numerals match the same chunky, rounded-rectangle logic for consistent texture in headlines.