Sans Superellipse Idgar 6 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bulltoad' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, confident, punchy, friendly, retro, sturdy, impact, approachability, clarity, display, chunky, rounded, compact, blocky, high-impact.
A heavy, compact sans with rounded-rectangle construction and broadly curved corners throughout. Strokes are thick and even, with minimal modulation and large, solid counters that keep forms readable at display sizes. The overall geometry favors squared-off rounds (superellipse-like bowls), producing a tight, sturdy rhythm; joins and terminals stay clean and blunt rather than tapered. Uppercase shapes feel wide and planted, while lowercase forms remain simple and robust with short extenders and a workmanlike, no-frills silhouette.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short-form display copy where strong typographic color is desirable. It can work well for branding, packaging, and wayfinding/signage that benefits from sturdy shapes and quick recognition, especially at large sizes.
The tone is bold and straightforward, with a friendly softness from the rounded geometry. It reads as assertive and attention-grabbing, yet approachable—evoking retro signage and poster typography where clarity and impact matter more than delicacy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a warm, rounded voice: a bold display sans that stays clear and cohesive through blocky, superellipse-based forms and simplified details.
The rounded-square bowls and apertures give many letters a distinctive ‘soft block’ character, helping the design feel cohesive across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals. The numerals match the same dense, rounded construction, supporting consistent color in headlines and big numeric callouts.