Sans Superellipse Pykos 16 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, retro, mod, technical, clean, friendly, space saving, display clarity, geometric branding, retro modernism, condensed, rounded, superelliptical, vertical, geometric.
A condensed sans with monoline strokes and a distinctly superelliptical construction: bowls and counters read as rounded-rectangle forms rather than pure circles. Vertical stems dominate, with smooth, consistent rounding at corners and terminals that keeps the texture even in dense settings. Curves are controlled and symmetrical, producing compact, tall letterforms with clear internal space; diagonals (as in V, W, X) are straight and crisp, while rounded letters (O, Q, e, o) stay squarish in silhouette. The overall rhythm is tight and orderly, giving lines a neat, vertical cadence without feeling harsh.
Best suited to display use where its condensed width and superelliptical shapes can define a strong voice—headlines, posters, logos/wordmarks, packaging, and signage. It can also work for short UI labels or interface headings when a compact, clean look is desired, especially where vertical economy is important.
The font conveys a retro-modern tone—clean and organized with a soft industrial friendliness. Its rounded-rectangle geometry suggests mid-century signage and contemporary UI sensibilities at the same time, feeling both approachable and utilitarian. The narrow proportions and steady stroke add a disciplined, technical flavor suited to streamlined branding.
The letterforms appear designed to combine a space-saving condensed structure with softened geometry, using rounded-rectangle curves to achieve a recognizable, modernist personality. The intent seems to prioritize consistent rhythm and a distinctive silhouette that stays clean and legible at display sizes while evoking a retro-industrial design language.
The design maintains strong consistency between uppercase and lowercase through repeated rounded-rectangle motifs, especially in arches and bowls (notably in n, m, u, and the numerals). Figures follow the same compact, vertical logic, helping mixed text and numbers stay visually cohesive. The spacing in the sample text forms an even typographic color, supporting long lines while keeping a distinctive, condensed presence.