Sans Superellipse Ombat 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Midnight Sans' by Colophon Foundry, 'Resolve Sans' by Fenotype, 'FF Real Head' by FontFont, and 'Amsi Grotesk' by Stawix (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, headlines, wayfinding, packaging, posters, modern, friendly, utilitarian, techy, clean, clear signage, interface clarity, modern branding, systematic geometry, rounded, geometric, sturdy, compact, high legibility.
This typeface is a heavy, geometric sans with rounded-rectangle (superellipse) construction in its curves. Strokes are monolinear and sturdy, with crisp terminals and gently softened corners that keep shapes from feeling sharp. Proportions are straightforward and compact, with a notably large x-height and open counters that help letters stay clear at size. Uppercase forms are broad and stable, while lowercase keeps a simple, contemporary skeleton; numerals are similarly robust and evenly weighted, giving a consistent texture in mixed alphanumeric settings.
It performs best where bold clarity is needed: UI and product labels, navigation and wayfinding, and prominent headings. The large x-height and open shapes also make it suitable for short blocks of text in editorial sidebars, instructions, and packaging copy where durability and quick recognition matter.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, combining a pragmatic, industrial clarity with a subtle softness from the rounded geometry. It reads as confident and no-nonsense, but not cold—well suited to interfaces and contemporary branding that want a friendly, dependable voice.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact legibility with a contemporary geometric character, using superellipse curves to balance precision and friendliness. It aims for a consistent, repeatable visual system that holds up in both text samples and gridlike alphanumeric settings.
Across the sample text, spacing and rhythm create a strong, even color with minimal sparkle, supporting long lines without looking fussy. The rounded-square logic is especially apparent in bowls and curved joins, which contributes to a cohesive, system-like feel across letters and figures.