Sans Superellipse Tigez 1 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'AG Book W1G' by Berthold, 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, 'Opinion Pro' by Mint Type, and 'Heading Now' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, stickers, industrial, rugged, playful, retro, impact, distressed print, retro utility, bold branding, condensed, chunky, rounded, inked, textured.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and slightly irregular edges that read like ink spread or worn stamping. Strokes are thick and fairly even, with soft corners and shallow curves that keep counters open despite the dense weight. The rhythm is tight and vertical, with condensed proportions and a sturdy, blocky silhouette; small variations in outline and width add a handmade, distressed feel. Lowercase forms are tall relative to capitals, reinforcing a strong, continuous texture in text.
This font works best for short, high-impact copy such as posters, headlines, labels, and packaging where texture and density are an advantage. It can also fit branding for rugged or craft-oriented products and bold signage that benefits from a stamped, analog look.
The overall tone is bold and utilitarian with a gritty, tactile character. Its softened geometry keeps it from feeling purely mechanical, adding an approachable, slightly playful retro flavor that suits informal, energetic messaging.
The design appears intended to merge a compact, geometric sans base with a worn, printed surface texture, creating a strong display face that feels both industrial and human. The goal seems to be maximum impact and personality while preserving legibility through open counters and simple forms.
The distressing is subtle but consistent across glyphs, especially along verticals and outer curves, which can create a lively texture at display sizes. Numerals and capitals share the same compact, stamped presence, helping headings and short lines feel cohesive.