Sans Superellipse Idran 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Railroad Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, 'Lektorat' by TypeTogether, and 'Palo' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, friendly, sporty, retro, punchy, impact, approachability, modern branding, display emphasis, rounded, soft corners, blocky, compact, high-impact.
This typeface is built from heavy, low-contrast strokes with broadly rounded outer corners and squared-off interior terminals, giving many letters a superelliptical, rounded-rectangle feel. Curves are generous and smooth, while joins and terminals tend to end in flat cuts, creating a sturdy, poster-like silhouette. Counters are relatively tight and often more rectangular than circular, and the overall rhythm is compact with minimal stroke modulation. The numerals and capitals read as solid, geometric blocks, with consistent weight and simple construction across the set.
It works best for short, high-impact copy such as headlines, display typography, logos, packaging fronts, and bold signage where the compact, rounded forms can carry strong color. It can also support energetic brand systems and UI callouts when used sparingly and with generous spacing.
The overall tone is confident and upbeat, with a soft, approachable edge from the rounded geometry. It evokes a contemporary sporty/packaging sensibility with a subtle retro headline flavor, prioritizing impact and friendliness over formality.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual weight with a softened, geometric personality—combining blocky strength with rounded friendliness. Its forms emphasize legibility at display sizes and a distinctive rounded-rectangle motif for memorable branding.
At larger sizes the rounded-square construction becomes a defining character, especially in round letters and bowls, which read more like softened rectangles than pure circles. The dense color and tight counters suggest careful use of tracking and ample line spacing for longer settings.