Sans Superellipse Etges 1 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'FF Good' and 'FF Good Headline' by FontFont and 'Cervo Neue' by Typoforge Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, promos, sporty, urgent, punchy, modern, no-nonsense, space saving, high impact, modern utility, display emphasis, condensed, slanted, blocky, rounded corners.
A condensed, forward-slanted sans with heavy strokes and compact proportions. Letterforms show squared-off structure softened by rounded corners, giving curves a superelliptical feel rather than fully circular bowls. Strokes are largely monolinear, with sturdy terminals and tight counters that emphasize density and impact. The overall rhythm is upright and compressed, with short ascenders/descenders relative to the body and a strong, uniform texture in both uppercase and lowercase. Numerals match the same compact, blocky construction for consistent color in display settings.
Best suited for short, high-impact typography such as headlines, posters, promotional graphics, and sports or streetwear-style branding. It also works well for packaging, labels, and UI moments where compact width and strong emphasis are useful, especially at larger sizes.
The font reads fast, forceful, and contemporary, with a distinct “go” energy from the slant and condensed stance. Its compact, weighty shapes create a confident, athletic tone that feels suited to attention-grabbing messaging. Rounded corners temper the aggression slightly, keeping the voice modern and approachable rather than harsh.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a tight horizontal footprint while maintaining a clean, contemporary sans construction. The rounded-rectangle geometry and steady stroke behavior suggest a focus on bold readability and a modern, engineered feel for display-driven communication.
In the sample text, the combination of tight spacing, dense counters, and pronounced slant produces a strong headline texture that can become visually intense at smaller sizes or in long paragraphs. The ampersand and punctuation follow the same heavy, simplified treatment, supporting an overall cohesive, utilitarian style.