Sans Superellipse Makab 1 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, 'DIN Next' and 'DIN Next Paneuropean' by Monotype, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, and 'Artico' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, friendly, retro, chunky, punchy, impact, approachability, retro display, bold clarity, brand presence, rounded, blocky, soft corners, compact, bubbly.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and generously softened corners. Strokes are monolinear and dense, with squared-off terminals that are consistently rounded rather than sharp. Counters are small and often squarish, and several joins pinch slightly, creating a subtly organic rhythm within an otherwise geometric framework. The overall spacing feels tight and efficient, emphasizing a solid, poster-like color on the page.
Best suited to short display settings where strong presence and friendly character are desired, such as headlines, posters, storefront or wayfinding signage, and packaging. It can also work for logo wordmarks and bold social graphics, especially at medium to large sizes where the tight counters remain clear.
The typeface reads as upbeat and approachable, pairing a toy-like softness with the authority of thick letterforms. Its rounded, blocky shapes evoke a retro display sensibility—more fun than formal—while still feeling stable and confident.
Likely designed to deliver maximum visual impact with a soft, approachable voice, using rounded-rectangle geometry to stay cohesive and easily recognizable across letters and numerals.
Digit forms follow the same superelliptical logic as the letters, producing sturdy, high-impact numerals suited to emphasis. The lowercase maintains clear, simplified silhouettes with single-storey forms and minimal detailing, prioritizing bold presence over delicate nuance.