Sans Superellipse Ollez 8 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Komu' by DizajnDesign, 'Mosquich' by FallenGraphic, 'Bellfort' by GRIN3 (Nowak), 'Frontage Condensed' by Juri Zaech, and 'Gemsbuck Pro' by Studio Fat Cat (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, signage, friendly, retro, punchy, approachable, playful, brand warmth, display impact, geometric consistency, sign-like clarity, rounded corners, soft terminals, compact, boxy, sturdy.
A compact sans with rounded-rectangle construction and soft, squared-off curves. Strokes are heavy and even, with minimal modulation and generous corner radii that keep edges blunt rather than sharp. Counters are tight and rectangular-leaning, producing a dense texture, while the overall rhythm stays steady and slightly condensed. The lowercase shows simple, single-storey forms and sturdy stems; figures are plain and blocky with rounded corners for a cohesive, superelliptic feel.
Best suited to short-form display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, and logo wordmarks where dense letter color and rounded geometry add personality. It can also work for wayfinding or signage when a sturdy, friendly tone is desired, though longer paragraphs may feel heavy due to the compact counters.
The letterforms feel warm and informal, combining a utilitarian, sign-like solidity with a playful softness from the rounded corners. The overall tone reads retro and approachable, with a confident, punchy presence that stays friendly rather than aggressive.
The font appears designed to deliver a bold, compact voice with rounded-rectangular forms that reproduce cleanly and maintain a consistent silhouette. Its softened corners and straightforward construction suggest an intention to be both attention-grabbing and approachable for contemporary branding and display use.
The design’s squared curves and tight apertures create strong color at text sizes, while larger sizes emphasize its characteristic rounded-rectangle geometry. Straight strokes and softened joints keep the look consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals.