Sans Superellipse Pygel 5 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'FF Good' and 'FF Good Headline' by FontFont, 'Gratique' by Lemon Studio Type, and 'Amfibia' and 'Karibu' by ROHH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, ui labels, modern, utilitarian, authoritative, clean, industrial, space saving, clarity, systematic geometry, strong presence, condensed, compact, sturdy, geometric, rounded corners.
A compact sans with sturdy verticals, minimal stroke modulation, and a condensed overall set that packs tightly without feeling cramped. Curves are built from rounded-rectangle logic, giving bowls and counters a squarish, superelliptical feel rather than true circles. Terminals are mostly straight and blunt, with consistently flattened curves and clear, open counters that hold up well at larger display sizes. The lowercase shows a tall x-height with short ascenders/descenders, while figures are similarly compact and blocky, matching the alphabet’s dense rhythm.
This font suits headlines, posters, and short emphatic statements where a compact footprint and strong presence are useful. It also works well for packaging, signage, and UI labels that benefit from a clear, condensed sans with sturdy letterforms and consistent texture.
The tone is contemporary and matter-of-fact, projecting clarity and firmness with a slightly industrial edge. Its squared rounding adds a friendly, engineered softness without becoming playful, keeping the overall voice practical and direct.
The design appears intended to deliver an efficient, space-saving sans that stays highly legible while maintaining a distinctive superelliptical geometry. It aims for a pragmatic, contemporary voice with a robust silhouette and consistent rhythm across letters and numerals.
In text, the uniform stroke color and condensed proportions create a strong vertical cadence. The rounded-square construction is especially noticeable in O/C-like forms and in the way curves transition into straight stems, producing a cohesive, system-like texture.