Sans Superellipse Orkoy 5 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Meta', 'FF Unit', and 'FF Unit Rounded' by FontFont and 'Bartholeme Sans' by Galapagos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, industrial, technical, utilitarian, authoritative, modern, space saving, impact, modernity, system type, condensed, geometric, square-rounded, closed apertures, tall ascenders.
This typeface is a condensed, geometric sans with rounded-rectangle (superellipse) construction throughout. Strokes are heavy and largely monoline, producing compact counters and a high ink density. Curves tend to flatten into subtly squared bowls, while joins and terminals remain clean and crisp. Uppercase forms are tall and tight, and the lowercase shows a two-storey “a,” single-storey “g,” and generally compact apertures that emphasize solidity over openness.
It performs best in headlines, posters, and branding where a compact, high-impact voice is needed. The condensed build also suits packaging and signage systems that must fit strong typography into limited horizontal space.
The overall tone is functional and no-nonsense, with a slightly industrial, engineered feel. Its squared-round geometry gives it a contemporary, technical personality that reads as firm and direct rather than friendly or casual.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual weight in a tight width, using superelliptical geometry to create a modern, technical look with consistent, sturdy forms.
The narrow proportions and dense interior spaces make the face feel efficient and space-conscious, with a steady vertical rhythm. Numerals and capitals carry strong presence, and the squared curvature creates a distinctive, slightly “machined” texture in larger settings.