Sans Superellipse Gakid 3 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'PODIUM Sharp' by Machalski, 'Amsi Grotesk' and 'Goudar HL' by Stawix, 'McChesney' by T-26, and 'Palo' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sportswear, packaging, signage, sporty, assertive, energetic, punchy, industrial, impact, speed, compression, branding, condensed, oblique, blocky, squat counters, rounded corners.
A compact, heavy sans with an oblique forward slant and tightly packed proportions. Strokes are uniform and dense, with rounded-rectangle construction in curved letters and counters that feel squared-off rather than purely circular. Terminals are blunt and clean, and the overall rhythm is compact with strong verticals; bowls and apertures stay relatively closed, giving the face a solid, poster-like texture. The numerals follow the same chunky, simplified geometry for strong consistency in display settings.
Best suited to short, high-visibility applications such as headlines, posters, sports and fitness branding, packaging callouts, and bold signage. It also works for logo wordmarks where a condensed, fast-leaning silhouette is desirable.
The tone is forceful and kinetic, reading like athletic branding or high-impact headlines. Its slanted stance and compressed mass convey speed, urgency, and confidence, while the rounded-corner geometry keeps it modern rather than aggressive in a sharp or spiky way.
Designed to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, combining a forward-leaning stance with rounded-rectangle forms to create a modern, high-energy display voice. The consistent, simplified shapes prioritize bold legibility and a strong graphic footprint.
Spacing appears intentionally tight, helping the letters lock together into dense word shapes. In longer text the heavy color and closed counters can build strong impact, but it reads best when given breathing room and used at larger sizes.