Sans Superellipse Oldiy 10 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Albireo Soft' by Cory Maylett Design; 'Frontage Condensed' by Juri Zaech; and 'Angmar', 'Delonie', and 'Headpen' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, industrial, retro, condensed, punchy, utilitarian, space saving, high impact, signage clarity, geometric consistency, rounded, squared, compact, sturdy, monoline.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes are thick and largely monoline, producing a dense, even color, while counters are tight and often vertically oriented. Curves tend to resolve into superelliptical shapes rather than true circles, and terminals are blunt with subtle rounding, giving forms a sturdy, machined feel. The rhythm is strongly vertical and condensed, with consistent widths and minimal modulation across the alphabet and numerals.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, and bold brand marks where a compact footprint and strong presence are desired. It also fits environmental graphics and signage systems that benefit from sturdy shapes and a consistent, condensed rhythm.
The overall tone is bold and workmanlike, with a retro-industrial flavor reminiscent of signage, labels, and display typography built for impact. Its rounded squareness keeps it friendly enough to avoid harshness, but it still reads as assertive and no-nonsense.
This font appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, using rounded-rect geometry to create a distinctive, industrial-leaning voice while maintaining straightforward sans clarity.
The design favors tall, compressed silhouettes and simplified joins, helping letters stay distinct at larger sizes where the tight counters and compact proportions become a defining feature. Numerals follow the same condensed, rounded-rect logic for a cohesive set.