Sans Normal Igbob 8 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Alleyn' and 'Alleyn Pro' by AVP, 'Dexa Round' by Artegra, and 'MC Katsuo' by Maulana Creative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, kids media, friendly, playful, approachable, soft, casual, soften tone, friendly display, modern casual, high impact, rounded, blunt terminals, monoline, chunky, open counters.
A heavy, rounded sans with monoline strokes and generously curved joins. Letterforms are built from smooth, circular geometry with blunt, softened terminals and minimal modulation, creating a uniform texture. The proportions feel broad and stable, with open, legible counters and simplified shapes; details like the single-storey lowercase forms and compact, rounded punctuation contribute to an overall soft, chunky silhouette.
Best suited for short-to-medium text at display sizes where its rounded weight can communicate friendliness and impact—such as headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks. It also fits well in playful UI moments, editorial callouts, and children’s or family-oriented communications where a soft, approachable voice is desired.
The tone is warm and informal, leaning playful rather than corporate. Its soft corners and buoyant curves give it a friendly, kid-safe personality that reads as optimistic and approachable, while the weight keeps it confident and attention-getting.
The design intent appears to be a high-impact sans that stays inviting rather than severe, using rounded construction and simplified forms to maintain readability while projecting a cheerful, contemporary character.
Spacing appears even and comfortable, producing a steady rhythm in text. Numerals match the letters in softness and weight, with simple, rounded construction that favors clarity over sharp detail.