Sans Superellipse Ograg 3 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Midnight Sans' by Colophon Foundry, 'Trade Gothic Next' and 'Trade Gothic Next Soft Rounded' by Linotype, 'Goudar HL' by Stawix, and 'Palo' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, industrial, compact, punchy, utilitarian, retro, space saving, high impact, signage clarity, bold branding, geometric cohesion, rounded corners, condensed, blocky, monoline, softened.
A compact, heavy sans with monoline strokes and squared, superelliptical curves that read as rounded-rectangle forms rather than pure circles. Letters are tightly drawn with short apertures and generally closed counters, producing a dense, ink-trap-free silhouette that holds together as solid blocks. Terminals are blunt with consistently softened corners, and the overall construction favors verticality and condensed proportions, especially evident in the straight-sided stems and narrow bowls. Numerals follow the same compact logic, with simple, sturdy shapes and minimal internal detailing.
Best suited to display settings where density and impact are desirable, such as headlines, posters, labels, and storefront or wayfinding signage. The compact widths make it useful when space is limited but high emphasis is needed, and its blunt, softened shapes can support contemporary branding and bold packaging systems.
The tone is bold and workmanlike, with a slightly retro, signage-oriented feel. Its softened corners keep the weight from feeling harsh, giving it an approachable industrial character that still reads strong and authoritative.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact in a condensed footprint, using rounded-rectangle construction to stay friendly while remaining assertive. Its simplified counters and sturdy outlines suggest a focus on clarity and consistency for prominent, attention-grabbing typography.
Across both cases, the rhythm is tight and uniform, with limited interior whitespace and an emphasis on sturdy outer contours. The rounded-rectangle geometry creates a consistent family resemblance across curves (C/G/O/Q) and bowls (B/P/R), helping the font maintain cohesion at large sizes.