Sans Superellipse Jimop 12 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Judgement' by Device, 'Environ' by MADType, 'Core Mellow' by S-Core, 'Computechnodigitronic' by Typodermic, and 'Acorna' and 'Caviara' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, sports branding, packaging, industrial, retro, sporty, assertive, techy, impact, stenciled feel, modular display, branding, rounded corners, chamfered cuts, modular, compact, blocky.
A heavy, block-built sans with rounded-rectangle construction and frequent chamfered corner cuts. Curves are squarish and superelliptical, with broad strokes and mostly closed, compact counters that read as punched-in apertures. Terminals are blunt and uniform, and many glyphs use small interior notches or beveled joins that reinforce a modular, engineered feel. The lowercase shows a tall x-height and simplified forms, while the figures share the same chunky geometry for consistent texture in display settings.
This font is best suited to headlines, poster typography, logos, and bold packaging where its compact counters and geometric cuts can be appreciated. It also fits sporty or industrial branding, UI/game titles, and short labels that benefit from a strong, high-impact silhouette.
The overall tone feels tough and mechanical, combining a retro display sensibility with a contemporary, tech-forward edge. Its dense black presence and squared-round rhythm suggest signage, equipment labeling, and athletic branding more than editorial typography.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through a compact, modular construction—mixing rounded-rectangle bowls with chamfered details to create a distinctive, industrial display voice.
The tight counters and heavy joins can fill in at small sizes, while the distinctive chamfers and rectangular bowls become more legible and characterful as size increases. Round letters like O/Q and numerals like 8/9 emphasize the squared-oval motif, giving the font a cohesive, stamped look.