Sans Normal Panik 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Millbank' by Fontsmith, 'Epoca Pro' and 'Foro Sans' by Hoftype, 'Acto' by Monotype, 'Modet' by Plau, and 'Core Sans N SC' and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, signage, friendly, playful, bold, approachable, informal, approachability, high impact, modern display, brand voice, rounded, soft, chunky, bouncy, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with soft corners and broadly swollen strokes that keep a consistent, low-contrast color. The letterforms lean on circular and oval construction, with generous curves, short terminals, and smoothly eased joins. Counters are relatively small for the weight, producing a dense, compact texture, while spacing stays even and readable at display sizes. Numerals match the same chunky, rounded geometry and maintain a cohesive rhythm with the letters.
This font is well suited to headlines, short statements, and brand marks where a bold, friendly voice is needed. It will perform especially well on posters, packaging, signage, and social graphics where its dense weight and rounded construction create strong impact. For longer text, it will be most comfortable at larger sizes where counters and spacing have room to breathe.
The overall tone is warm and upbeat, with a toy-like softness that feels welcoming rather than strict. Its roundness and thick strokes suggest friendliness and casual confidence, making it feel energetic and personable.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a soft, approachable character—combining geometric roundness with a compact, heavy texture for attention-grabbing, contemporary display typography.
Several forms emphasize simplified, geometric silhouettes (notably the bowls and rounds), giving the face a strong logo-like presence. The lowercase maintains a sturdy, uncomplicated structure with minimal nuance in stroke modulation, reinforcing a consistent, poster-ready color.