Sans Superellipse Osboz 18 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection and 'TT Backwards' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, logos, industrial, assertive, utilitarian, sporty, condensed, space saving, high impact, branding, blocky, compact, rounded corners, closed apertures, straight-sided.
A compact, heavy sans with straight-sided construction and broadly rounded corners, giving many forms a squared-off, superellipse feel. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and curves transition into flats with firm, controlled joins. Counters tend to be tight and apertures relatively closed, producing dense color and strong vertical emphasis. The lowercase is tall and sturdy, with short extenders and simplified, geometric shapes that keep the rhythm even in longer lines.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, storefront or wayfinding-style signage, and bold packaging callouts. It can also work for compact brand marks and labels where tight width and strong presence are priorities, while extended body text may feel dense due to the tight counters and heavy color.
The overall tone is forceful and pragmatic, with a contemporary, workmanlike character. Its condensed, blocky silhouettes read as confident and no-nonsense, evoking signage, athletics, and industrial branding rather than delicate or literary settings.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, pairing a condensed stance with softened corners for a controlled, modern look. It prioritizes bold legibility and a consistent, modular geometry that holds up well at display sizes.
Round letters (like C, O, and Q) appear more squarish than circular, and diagonals are kept bold and stable, reinforcing the sturdy texture. The numerals match the uppercase in weight and compactness, supporting a consistent, punchy typographic voice across alphanumerics.