Sans Superellipse Higif 3 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fritz Display' by Designova, 'Cooperative' by Hafontia, 'POLIGRA' by Machalski, 'Delonie' and 'Headpen' by Umka Type, and 'Winner Sans' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, industrial, condensed, punchy, retro, assertive, space saving, high impact, geometric cohesion, signage clarity, blocky, compact, rounded, heavy, vertical.
A compact, condensed sans with heavy, uniform strokes and rounded-rectangle (superellipse) construction throughout. Counters are small and tightly enclosed, with softened corners that keep the dense forms from feeling sharp. Curves are engineered rather than calligraphic, and terminals are generally flat with smooth rounding, producing a sturdy, poster-like texture. Proportions favor tall verticals and narrow widths; spacing and joins create a tight rhythm that reads as solid, dark bands in text.
Best suited to display work where dense, high-impact letterforms are an advantage—headlines, posters, packaging fronts, and brand marks that need a compact footprint. It can also work for short UI labels or signage when a strong, condensed voice is desired, especially at larger sizes where the tight counters remain clear.
The overall tone is bold and utilitarian, with a slightly retro, sign-painting and sports-poster energy. Its compressed stance and chunky shapes convey urgency and confidence, making it feel direct and no-nonsense rather than delicate or formal.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, using a geometric, rounded-rectangle skeleton to keep forms consistent and recognizable. The emphasis is on strong silhouettes, compact rhythm, and sturdy readability for attention-grabbing display typography.
Distinctive superelliptical bowls and apertures give the design a geometric flavor, while the consistent stroke weight keeps it stable at display sizes. The numerals match the compact, blocky build and maintain the same rounded-corner logic as the letters, supporting cohesive headline settings.