Sans Superellipse Ibkaf 1 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cadmium' and 'Gimbal Grotesque' by AVP, 'Whitney' by Hoefler & Co., 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, 'Core Sans N' and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core, and 'Corbert Compact' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logo design, sports branding, playful, friendly, punchy, retro, impact, approachability, display emphasis, nostalgic tone, rounded, chunky, soft-cornered, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad, superellipse-like curves and softened corners throughout. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal contrast, producing a solid, poster-ready silhouette. Counters are relatively tight and apertures tend to be partially closed, while terminals read as blunt and rounded rather than sharp. The overall rhythm is compact and weighty, with sturdy verticals and wide, cushiony bowls that keep the texture dense in text.
Best suited to large-size applications where impact matters: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, and bold identity work. It can also support logo marks and short, emphatic messaging where a friendly but forceful voice is desired.
The letterforms feel cheerful and bold, with a bouncy, approachable tone created by the rounded geometry and compact counters. Its strong silhouettes give it an energetic, attention-grabbing presence that leans nostalgic and pop-minded rather than formal or technical.
Designed to deliver maximum visual impact with a soft, rounded attitude, combining stout proportions and smooth geometry for high visibility. The emphasis appears to be on memorable shapes and a dense, confident typographic color for display settings.
In running text, the dense color and rounded joins create a cohesive, blocky texture that holds together well at larger sizes. The numerals match the same soft-cornered, heavy construction, keeping headlines and mixed alphanumeric settings visually consistent.