Sans Superellipse Idgum 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Sharp Grotesk Latin', 'Sharp Grotesk Paneuropean', and 'Sharp Grotesk Thai' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, signage, playful, punchy, retro, friendly, cartoonish, impact, approachability, retro flavor, display clarity, graphic texture, blocky, rounded, chunky, compact, soft corners.
A heavy, blocky sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Curves are broad and squarish rather than circular, and counters tend to be compact, giving letters a dense, poster-like presence. Terminals are mostly flat with minimal modulation, while joins and corners are generously rounded, producing a smooth, molded feel. Proportions lean toward a large x-height and sturdy verticals, with simplified geometry in diagonals and bowls for strong, even color in text.
Best suited for large-scale display settings where bold silhouette and quick recognition matter—posters, brand marks, product packaging, storefront or event signage, and social graphics. It can also work for short, high-impact subheads, but the dense counters make it less ideal for extended reading at small sizes.
The overall tone is bold and good-humored, with a vintage display energy reminiscent of mid-century signage and playful packaging. Its rounded block forms feel approachable and upbeat, trading precision for character and impact. The rhythm is assertive and attention-grabbing, suited to expressive headlines rather than quiet body copy.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum visual impact with friendly, rounded geometry—prioritizing bold shapes, simplified forms, and a cohesive, chunky texture for attention-driven typography.
The numerals share the same rounded-block logic and read strongly at large sizes, with tight interior spaces that add weight. Punctuation and dots appear stout and prominent, helping maintain a consistent dark texture across lines. In longer samples, the dense counters and heavy shapes create a compact, emphatic paragraph color.