Sans Superellipse Pygel 6 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Alternate Gothic Pro EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'FF Good' and 'FF Good Headline' by FontFont, and 'Gratique' by Lemon Studio Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, packaging, industrial, modern, condensed, assertive, utility, space saving, high impact, system clarity, modernization, squared-round, compact, sturdy, blocky, clean.
A compact, squared-round sans with a tight footprint and firm, even strokes. Curves resolve into superellipse-like corners, giving bowls and counters a rounded-rectangle feel rather than fully circular geometry. Uppercase forms are tall and economical, while lowercase stays straightforward with simple joins and minimal modulation; terminals are mostly blunt and vertical. Numerals and punctuation match the same condensed rhythm, producing a dense, highly controlled texture in text.
Best suited to headlines and short-to-medium text where density and impact are desirable, such as posters, signage, packaging, and brand wordmarks. The condensed rhythm helps fit more characters per line while keeping a strong, legible silhouette at display sizes.
The overall tone is pragmatic and contemporary, with an industrial, no-nonsense voice. Its compressed proportions and squared rounding read confident and efficient, leaning more toward signage and system type than warmth or ornament.
Likely designed to deliver maximum presence in a compact width, pairing a strict sans structure with softened, squared-round forms for a modern, system-ready look. The aim appears to be clarity and punch without decorative complexity.
The superelliptical construction is especially evident in rounded letters (like O/C) and in the way corners soften without becoming calligraphic. Wide letters (M/W) remain compact, reinforcing an even, columnar color, while the overall set maintains a consistent, engineered feel across cases and figures.