Sans Superellipse Hikaw 3 is a very bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Meta Headline' by FontFont; 'Amsi Pro', 'Amsi Pro AKS', and 'Sans Beam' by Stawix; 'Robusta' by Tilde; and 'MaryTodd' by TipoType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, assertive, industrial, sporty, compact, retro, space efficiency, high impact, bold branding, modern retro, blocky, sturdy, rounded, tight, high-contrast (mass).
A heavy, compact sans with a squared-off, superelliptical construction: curves read as rounded rectangles rather than circles, and corners are consistently softened. Strokes stay essentially even, creating dense black shapes with small interior counters and tight apertures. Uppercase forms are tall and compressed, with simple, geometric joins; lowercase follows the same blocky logic with robust stems and short terminals. Numerals match the letterforms in width and weight, maintaining a uniform, tightly packed rhythm in text.
Best suited to headlines, short statements, and display settings where dense weight and compact width are advantages. It can work well for sports and industrial branding, packaging panels, and bold UI labels or signage where quick recognition and strong contrast against the background are needed.
The overall tone is forceful and utilitarian, with a punchy, poster-like presence. Its rounded-rectangle geometry adds a friendly softness to an otherwise tough, industrial voice, suggesting energy and momentum without becoming playful.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in limited horizontal space, using superelliptical curves and softened corners to keep a cohesive, modern-meets-retro feel. Its even stroke structure and tight internal spaces emphasize solidity and readability at display sizes.
The tight counters and compact proportions make the face feel economical and space-efficient, while the consistent rounding keeps it visually cohesive across straight and curved shapes. In continuous text the dark color and narrow forms create a strong stripe, prioritizing impact over delicacy.