Sans Superellipse Foded 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Siro' by Dharma Type, 'Sceptica' by Glen Jan, 'Midsole' by Grype, 'Foundry Monoline' by The Foundry, and 'Celdum' and 'Metral' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: sports branding, headlines, posters, packaging, gaming ui, sporty, techy, dynamic, assertive, retro-futurist, convey speed, maximize impact, modernize display, enhance legibility, oblique, rounded, squared, compact, chunky.
A heavy oblique sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softly squared curves throughout. Strokes are monolinear and blunt-ended, with generous corner radii that keep the forms smooth even at tight apertures. Counters tend toward squarish ovals, and many joins and terminals are sheared to match the forward slant, producing a consistent right-leaning rhythm. Proportions feel compact with wide, stable capitals and sturdy numerals, while lowercase forms maintain clear silhouettes through simplified, geometric shaping.
Best suited for display typography where speed and impact matter: sports identities, athletic apparel graphics, esports and gaming interfaces, product packaging, and bold promotional headlines. It can also work for short UI labels or signage where a compact, high-energy voice is desired, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is fast, bold, and contemporary, with a strong lean that suggests motion and urgency. Its rounded-square geometry adds a techno-industrial flavor—confident and slightly futuristic—without becoming sharp or aggressive. The result reads as sporty and energetic, suited to punchy statements and brand-forward messaging.
The design appears intended to combine a high-impact oblique stance with superelliptical, rounded-square forms for a modern, performance-oriented voice. Its simplified geometry and sturdy stroke weight prioritize immediacy and recognizability over delicate detail, aiming for strong presence in branding and display settings.
Letterforms emphasize strong horizontal/vertical geometry with controlled rounding rather than purely circular bowls, giving the set a cohesive “soft box” feel. The oblique angle is pronounced and consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, helping blocks of text form a unified forward sweep. The figures appear designed for impact and quick recognition, with simplified shapes and ample stroke mass.