Sans Superellipse Gelev 5 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, 'Etrusco Now' by Italiantype, 'Gallinari' by Jehoo Creative, 'Enamela' by K-Type, 'Air Superfamily' by Positype, and 'Divulge' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, urgent, modern, impactful, assertive, space saving, high impact, forward motion, display emphasis, branding, oblique, condensed, rounded, compact, high-ink.
A compact, heavy sans with a pronounced rightward slant and tightly controlled proportions. Strokes are thick and even, with rounded corners and squarish, superellipse-like curves shaping bowls and counters. Terminals are clean and blunt, and the overall rhythm is compressed with small-ish apertures and sturdy joins, giving letters a dense, muscular silhouette. Figures follow the same compact, oblique construction with strong, blocky forms and minimal modulation.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, sports and performance branding, and bold packaging callouts. It also works well for directional or promotional signage where a strong, condensed voice is needed, and for punchy subheads paired with a calmer text face.
The font reads energetic and forceful, with a fast, forward-leaning posture that feels competitive and action-oriented. Its dense black shapes and condensed stance project urgency and emphasis, while the rounded geometry keeps the tone contemporary rather than harsh.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch in minimal horizontal space, combining condensed proportions with a consistent oblique stance for speed and emphasis. Rounded-rectangle construction and even stroke weight suggest a focus on modern, reproducible shapes that stay strong across display applications.
Uppercase forms are especially compact and uniform, while lowercase maintains clear differentiation through single-storey-style simplicity and sturdy proportions. The italic angle is consistent across letters and numerals, creating a cohesive, sweeping texture in text. At smaller sizes the tight apertures and dense counters may benefit from generous spacing or larger setting for clarity.