Sans Superellipse Kykad 9 is a very bold, very wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Wedding Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, 'Presser' by Konstantine Studio, 'Roc Grotesk' by Kostic, and 'Hyperspace Race Capsule' by Swell Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, logotypes, playful, retro, techy, chunky, friendly, impact, friendliness, retro-tech, display clarity, rounded, soft corners, squared-round, geometric, compact counters.
A heavy, rounded sans built from squarish superellipse forms, with broad proportions and soft, radiused corners throughout. Strokes are thick and steady with minimal modulation, producing compact counters and strong ink coverage. Curves tend to flatten into rounded-rectangle geometry, and joins are smooth and blunted rather than sharp. The lowercase is single-storey where applicable and keeps a sturdy, low-detail construction, while figures follow the same wide, cushioned silhouette for consistent color.
Best suited to display roles such as headlines, posters, branding, packaging, and logo work where its wide, cushioned shapes can carry personality. It can work for short UI labels or signage when set large enough to preserve counter clarity and avoid filling-in.
The overall tone is bold and approachable, mixing a toy-like softness with a slightly futuristic, display-driven feel. Its rounded-square geometry suggests retro digital or arcade-era influences while staying friendly and contemporary.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a soft-edged, geometric voice—prioritizing a distinctive silhouette and high visibility over fine typographic detail. Its consistent rounded-rectangle construction suggests a deliberate aim toward modern, tech-leaning display typography with a friendly, accessible character.
At text sizes the tight internal spaces and dense weight create a dark typographic color, so it reads best with generous spacing and ample size. The design’s reliance on squarish bowls and flattened curves creates a distinctive rhythm that stands out strongly in headlines and short phrases.