Sans Superellipse Pilod 2 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Space Race' by Comicraft, 'Magnitudes' by DuoType, 'RBNo2.1' by René Bieder, and 'Fishmonger' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, branding, industrial, condensed, technical, authoritative, utilitarian, impact, space saving, clarity, industrial styling, squared, rounded corners, blocky, sturdy, compact.
This typeface is built from compact, squared forms with consistently rounded corners, giving letters a superellipse, rounded-rectangle feel. Strokes are heavy and even, with minimal modulation, and counters tend to be tight and rectangular rather than circular. Curves are simplified into broad bends, joins are sturdy, and terminals are flat, producing a dense, disciplined texture. The overall rhythm is vertical and compact, with tall caps, short-to-moderate extenders, and a generally restrained, engineered geometry.
It works best for headlines, posters, and short bursts of text where a compact, high-impact voice is needed. The squared geometry and sturdy weight also suit signage, packaging labels, and branding for technical or industrial products, where clarity and visual firmness are priorities.
The tone reads as functional and industrial, with a no-nonsense, mechanical confidence. Its condensed, squared shapes evoke labeling, equipment markings, and utilitarian signage, leaning more technical than friendly despite the softened corners.
The design appears intended to deliver a condensed, space-efficient sans with an engineered, rounded-rectangular skeleton. It prioritizes strong silhouette and consistent geometry to create a bold, utilitarian look that holds up well in prominent, attention-getting settings.
Round letters like O/C/G/Q appear as rounded rectangles, and diagonals (V/W/X/Y) are simplified and weighty, reinforcing the blocky construction. Numerals follow the same squared, compact logic, keeping widths tight and forms highly legible at display sizes.