Sans Superellipse Hikif 3 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Malberg' by Eko Bimantara, 'Block Capitals' by K-Type, 'Forgotten Futurist' by Typodermic, and 'Hockeynight Sans' by XTOPH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, logos, industrial, compact, sturdy, sporty, technical, space saving, branding, labeling, impact, modernity, blocky, geometric, squarish, rounded corners, high impact.
A heavy, compact sans with a squarish, superellipse construction: straight stems and flat terminals are paired with generously rounded corners, producing rounded-rectangle counters and bowls. Curves stay controlled and boxy rather than fully circular, and joins are tight and clean, giving the glyphs a dense, efficient footprint. The lowercase forms are simplified and sturdy (single‑storey a and g), with short extenders and a generally uniform stroke presence that keeps text color solid and even. Numerals and capitals share the same squared geometry, with wide, rounded apertures and consistent corner radii that reinforce a cohesive, engineered feel.
Best suited for high-impact display work where a compact, sturdy voice is needed—headlines, posters, signage, labels, and packaging. The dense letterforms and strong presence also make it a good candidate for UI headers, badges, and brand marks where space is limited and clarity needs to remain assertive.
The overall tone is bold and utilitarian—confident, compact, and slightly mechanical. Its rounded-rectangle shapes read as modern and functional, evoking industrial labeling, sports branding, and contemporary tech interfaces rather than delicate editorial typography.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact and legibility in a condensed footprint, using rounded-rectangle geometry to soften the mass while keeping a disciplined, engineered rhythm. It prioritizes strong silhouette recognition and consistent texture for bold display messaging.
Counters tend toward rounded rectangles (notably in O, Q, D, and 0), and many letters emphasize verticality with minimal curvature beyond the corner rounding. The Q features a clear, integrated tail, and the 1 is a simple vertical form, supporting quick recognition in dense settings.