Sans Superellipse Gekap 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Myriad' by Adobe, 'Muller' and 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, 'Neue Frutiger Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Interval Next' by Mostardesign, and 'Marble' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, punchy, friendly, energetic, retro, impact, momentum, approachability, display strength, modern retro, rounded, soft corners, oblique, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, oblique sans with rounded, superellipse-like curves and softly squared corners. Strokes are thick and uniform, giving a solid, low-contrast silhouette, while the slant adds forward motion. Counters are relatively tight and apertures are modest, producing compact word shapes at display sizes. Forms mix round bowls with gently flattened sides (notably in O/C/G) and broad, stable stems, creating a consistent, blocky rhythm across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited to headlines, poster copy, and brand marks where a bold, energetic voice is needed. The sturdy shapes and rounded geometry also work well for sports and lifestyle graphics, packaging callouts, and promotional typography where impact and warmth should coexist.
The tone is energetic and assertive without feeling sharp, pairing bold impact with a friendly, cushioned geometry. Its forward-leaning stance reads sporty and dynamic, with a slightly retro advertising flavor that suits attention-grabbing messages.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a smooth, rounded construction, combining a compact, sturdy build with an oblique angle for momentum. It aims for approachable strength—loud enough for display use while avoiding harshness through softened corners and controlled, consistent stroke weight.
Round letters tend toward squarish proportions, and diagonals (A, V, W, X, Y, Z) appear wide and weighty, reinforcing a strong headline presence. Lowercase includes compact descenders and robust joins, keeping texture dense and uniform in text lines.