Sans Superellipse Ibres 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cybersport' by Anton Kokoshka, 'Plasma' by Corradine Fonts, 'FF Clan' by FontFont, and 'Quan Geometric' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, industrial, sporty, punchy, modern, assertive, impact, solidity, clarity, modernity, uniformity, rounded, boxy, compact, geometric, blunt.
A heavy, blocky sans with a rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Curves resolve into squared-off bowls and counters with generous corner radii, producing a consistent “soft box” silhouette across letters and numerals. Terminals are blunt and horizontal/vertical whenever possible, with minimal stroke modulation and a sturdy, even texture. The lowercase is compact with short apertures and simple, utilitarian shapes; the numerals follow the same squared, rounded logic for a cohesive set.
Best suited for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, brand marks, and packaging where a compact, sturdy texture is desirable. It also fits sports and athletic graphics, product labels, and UI callouts that need a robust, friendly-industrial feel at larger sizes.
The overall tone is bold and no-nonsense, mixing a friendly softness from the rounded corners with a tough, industrial solidity. It reads as energetic and sporty rather than elegant, with a confident, attention-grabbing presence that feels contemporary and functional.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a cohesive rounded-rect geometry, prioritizing solidity and consistency over delicate detail. Its simplified forms and strong silhouettes suggest a focus on display legibility and a contemporary, utilitarian voice.
Large counters and simplified joins help maintain clarity at display sizes, while the compact internal spaces and tight apertures can make long text feel dense. The squared curves give repeated forms (O/Q/0, C/G, D) a strong family resemblance, creating a uniform, poster-like rhythm.