Sans Superellipse Makef 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Astoria Sans' by Alan Meeks, 'FF Meta Headline' by FontFont, 'Whitney' by Hoefler & Co., and 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, signage, playful, friendly, chunky, retro, casual, impact, approachability, legibility, nostalgia, fun, rounded, soft corners, bulky, compact, bubbly.
A heavy, rounded sans with a soft, superellipse construction and uniformly thick strokes. Corners are generously radiused and terminals are blunt, giving letters a compact, blocky silhouette with smooth curves and minimal modulation. Counters stay open but tend toward rounded-rectangular shapes, and spacing feels sturdy and even, supporting dense setting without becoming spiky or delicate.
Best suited to display roles such as posters, headlines, packaging, and storefront or wayfinding signage where a friendly, high-impact voice is needed. It also works well for logos, labels, and social graphics that benefit from bold, rounded shapes and a casual tone.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a bold, cartoon-like confidence. Its inflated shapes and softened corners read as cheerful and informal, leaning toward a nostalgic, poster-friendly vibe rather than corporate neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with approachable, rounded forms—prioritizing a soft, chunky presence and clear silhouettes for attention-grabbing display typography.
Round dots on i/j and simple, sturdy punctuation reinforce the friendly texture. The numerals and uppercase share the same softened geometry, producing a consistent, cohesive rhythm that stays legible at large sizes and remains recognizable in short bursts of text.