Sans Superellipse Agdet 6 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, labels, playful, friendly, handmade, retro, approachable, space saving, display impact, approachability, informal tone, rounded corners, soft terminals, compact, chunky, quirky.
This typeface uses compact, slightly irregular strokes with rounded-rectangle geometry and softened corners throughout. Curves and counters tend toward squarish superellipse shapes rather than perfect circles, giving letters a sturdy, blocky feel while keeping edges gentle. Terminals are mostly blunt and rounded, with minimal modulation and a consistent, heavy presence in both upper- and lowercase. The overall rhythm is tight and condensed, with simplified joins and a slightly bouncy consistency that reads as intentionally informal rather than strictly mechanical.
It performs best in short to medium display settings where its compact width and chunky shapes can add personality—headlines, posters, packaging, labels, and brand marks. The condensed build helps fit more characters into tight spaces while still reading clearly at larger sizes.
The tone is friendly and upbeat, with a casual, handmade character that feels modern-retro. Its squarish rounds and softened edges keep it approachable, while the condensed proportions add a punchy, poster-like energy. Overall it suggests cheerful utility—confident, not formal.
The design appears aimed at delivering a distinctive condensed sans with softened, superellipse-based forms—combining punchy economy of space with a warm, informal voice. It prioritizes bold presence and characterful texture over strict geometric precision.
Uppercase forms are tall and narrow with simple construction, while lowercase maintains the same squared-round logic (notably in o/c/e) for a cohesive texture. Numerals are similarly compact and sturdy, designed to match the letterforms’ blunt, rounded terminals.