Sans Superellipse Abgem 8 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Comenia Sans' by Suitcase Type Foundry and 'Alber New' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, signage, friendly, retro, playful, approachable, informal, soften geometry, increase impact, improve friendliness, display clarity, soft corners, rounded forms, squat proportions, open counters, sturdy.
A heavy, soft-cornered sans with rounded-rectangle construction throughout and broadly even stroke weight. Curves are generous and slightly squarish, giving bowls and counters a superelliptical feel rather than purely circular shapes. Terminals are clean and blunt, with minimal modulation and a steady, sturdy rhythm across caps and lowercase. The lowercase leans toward compact, squat proportions with clear apertures and ample interior space for readability at display sizes.
Well suited to headlines, branding systems, packaging, and posters where a friendly, robust presence is needed. It also works for signage and short UI callouts, especially when you want a soft, approachable tone without sacrificing clarity.
The overall tone is warm and buoyant, combining a contemporary geometric cleanliness with a lightly retro, sign-like charm. Its softened corners and sturdy mass read as friendly and approachable, lending an easygoing, confident voice to headlines.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, modern sans voice tempered by rounded geometry, creating a dependable display face that feels inviting rather than severe. Its consistent weight and soft corners suggest a focus on high-impact readability and an affable personality in short-to-medium text settings.
Figures are simple and solid with consistent weight, pairing well with the rounded letterforms. The design’s rounded-rect geometry stays consistent across straight strokes and curves, which helps it maintain a cohesive texture in words and longer lines of display text.