Sans Superellipse Upso 8 is a very bold, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, signage, futuristic, techy, industrial, confident, sporty, impact, modernity, tech branding, display clarity, geometric unity, squared, rounded corners, blocky, geometric, compact apertures.
A heavy, geometric sans built from rounded-rectangle forms with generous corner radii and broadly squared curves. Strokes are thick and consistent, with compact counters and tight apertures that keep interiors small and the silhouette bold. The design emphasizes horizontal and vertical structure; curves transition into flats with smooth, controlled rounding, producing a superelliptical feel across bowls and terminals. Spacing and rhythm read sturdy and deliberate, with simplified joins and minimal modulation that favors punchy shapes over delicate detail.
Best suited for display applications where strong silhouettes matter: headlines, posters, branding marks, product packaging, and large-format signage. It also fits UI moments that want a bold, tech-leaning voice (dashboards, game/film titles, sports identities), especially at medium-to-large sizes where the tight counters remain clear.
The font projects a modern, engineered tone—assertive, machine-like, and forward-looking. Its softened corners temper the mass, giving it a friendly sci‑fi and sports-graphics energy rather than a harsh utilitarian edge. Overall it feels confident and high-impact, suited to bold statements and branded headlines.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a coherent rounded-rect geometry—combining a robust, contemporary voice with softened corners for approachability. Its simplified construction and tight internal spaces prioritize strong word shapes and a distinctive, futuristic branding presence.
Round letters and numerals take on a squared, capsule-like character, and many forms rely on closed or nearly closed interiors that boost weight and presence. The lowercase stays compact and sturdy, with single-storey constructions that match the simplified, geometric logic. Numerals follow the same rounded-rect rhythm, supporting a cohesive display set.