Sans Superellipse Otnav 3 is a bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type and 'Fou Mixed Pro' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, branding, industrial, utilitarian, retro, assertive, technical, impact, compactness, solidity, modernist geometry, signage feel, squared-round, compact, blocky, high-contrast shapes, closed apertures.
This typeface is built from compact, squared-round forms with a consistent, heavy stroke and softly rounded corners. Curves tend to resolve into superellipse-like bowls, while straight segments stay firm and vertical, producing a tight, sturdy rhythm. Counters are relatively small for the weight, and many apertures are closed or nearly closed, emphasizing a dense, blocky silhouette. Terminals are mostly flat and squared, and the overall geometry feels engineered rather than calligraphic.
It performs best in short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, brand marks, packaging, and wayfinding where bold shapes and compact width help conserve space. The dense color and tight counters make it most effective at medium to large sizes rather than extended small-text use.
The tone is forceful and practical, with a no-nonsense presence that reads as industrial and slightly retro. Its compact, squared curves give it a utilitarian, signage-like character that feels confident and direct.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual solidity in a compact footprint, using rounded-rectilinear geometry to create a modern-industrial voice. It prioritizes uniform, engineered shapes and strong presence over open readability and delicate detail.
Uppercase and lowercase share a consistent geometric logic, with rounded-rectangle bowls and minimal modulation. Numerals match the same compact, squared-round construction, maintaining a cohesive, chunky texture in text.