Sans Superellipse Ogbaj 1 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'FF Good' and 'FF Good Headline' by FontFont, 'Gratique' by Lemon Studio Type, and 'Amfibia' and 'Karibu' by ROHH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logos, bold, friendly, retro, playful, confident, impact, approachability, space-saving, signage clarity, brand voice, rounded, compact, blocky, soft corners, sturdy.
A compact, heavy sans built from rounded-rectangle geometry with softened corners and minimal stroke modulation. Curves are squarish and superelliptic, giving bowls and counters a rectangular feel, while terminals end bluntly rather than tapering. The lowercase is large relative to the caps, with simple, sturdy constructions (single-story-style forms where applicable) and broadly open apertures for the style. Spacing looks tight-to-moderate and the overall rhythm is dense, producing a solid texture in paragraphs and headlines.
Best suited to display settings where density and impact are desirable—headlines, posters, packaging, labels, and storefront or wayfinding-style signage. It can work for short bursts of text or callouts, but the heavy texture is most comfortable when used at larger sizes with generous line spacing.
The overall tone is assertive and punchy but not harsh, thanks to the rounded corners and cushiony shapes. It reads as contemporary and approachable with a subtle retro, signage-like flavor—more fun and energetic than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence in a compact footprint while staying friendly and contemporary. By leaning on superelliptic, rounded-rectangle forms and blunt terminals, it aims for a distinctive, highly legible display voice that feels both modern and slightly nostalgic.
Digits and capitals carry the same rounded-rectilinear logic, keeping a consistent, poster-ready silhouette. The design emphasizes strong verticals and thick joins, which helps it hold up visually at large sizes and in high-impact applications.