Sans Superellipse Ifsu 4 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Gltp Starion' by Glowtype, 'Francker' by Linotype, 'Taz' by LucasFonts, and 'Sans Beam' by Stawix (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, playful, friendly, punchy, retro, impact, approachability, display clarity, brand presence, soft corners, rounded forms, blocky, compact, geometric.
A heavy, soft-cornered sans with a rounded-rectangle (superellipse) construction and generous internal curves. Strokes are uniformly thick, terminals are clean and blunt, and curves transition smoothly into straighter segments, giving counters a squarish-rounded feel. Proportions are broad and sturdy with a tall x-height, short extenders, and compact apertures that prioritize impact over fine detail. The overall rhythm is dense and stable, with consistent weight and a slightly bouncy, cartoon-like silhouette in letters such as a, g, and s.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, poster typography, logo wordmarks, packaging, and bold signage where its dense shapes and rounded geometry can read clearly at size. It can work for brief subheads or UI labels when large enough to avoid counter fill-in in smaller settings.
The font reads bold and approachable, with a playful, slightly retro personality reminiscent of classic packaging and headline display work. Its rounded geometry softens the mass, keeping it friendly while still feeling assertive and attention-grabbing.
The design intent appears to be a maximum-impact display sans that blends geometric structure with softened corners for approachability. It aims to deliver strong presence and quick recognition while maintaining a warm, playful tone.
Round letters (O, C, G) lean toward a squircle shape, and bowls/counters tend to be tight, which increases visual weight in longer lines. Numerals are similarly chunky and simplified, designed to match the same soft-cornered geometry and strong presence.