Sans Superellipse Omgat 5 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Pierce Jameson' by Grezline Studio, 'Gemsbuck Pro' by Studio Fat Cat, and 'Forgotten Futurist' and 'From the Internet' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, signage, posters, interfaces, branding, modern, technical, utilitarian, compact, assertive, compactness, clarity, impact, systematic, square-rounded, monoline, geometric, condensed, high impact.
This typeface is a compact, geometric sans built from squared-off curves and rounded-rectangle (superellipse-like) bowls. Strokes are consistently heavy with minimal contrast, producing solid, even color in text. Corners and terminals are softened rather than sharp, giving counters a boxy-but-rounded feel, especially in letters like C, G, O, Q, and the numerals. The proportions run tight horizontally, with relatively short extenders and a straightforward, workmanlike construction across the set.
It performs best in headlines, labels, UI components, and wayfinding where a compact footprint and strong presence are beneficial. The sturdy, squared-round shapes also suit logos and brand systems aiming for a contemporary, industrial or tech-leaning voice. In longer paragraphs it will create a dark, dense texture, so it’s most comfortable at display or short-text sizes.
The overall tone is modern and technical, with a pragmatic, engineered flavor. Its compact width and firm, blocky curves feel efficient and authoritative, reading as contemporary signage or interface typography rather than expressive handwriting or editorial elegance.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-efficient, high-impact sans with a softened rectangular geometry. By combining heavy, even strokes with rounded-square bowls, it aims for clear, contemporary recognition and a cohesive, system-like feel across letters and numerals.
Round letters tend toward rounded-rectangular forms, and the numerals echo the same squarish curvature for a cohesive system. The lowercase shows simple, sturdy shapes (single-storey a and g) that maintain the font’s compact rhythm, while punctuation and spacing in the sample text suggest a dense, headline-friendly texture.