Sans Superellipse Kene 3 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Odradeck' by Harvester Type and 'Pariphoom' by Jipatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, sports branding, packaging, event graphics, sporty, aggressive, retro, industrial, punchy, impact, speed, space saving, ruggedness, branding, compressed, oblique, blocky, angular, beveled corners.
A heavy, compressed oblique sans with squared, superellipse-like counters and a strongly forward-leaning stance. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and corners are frequently clipped or chamfered, giving many glyphs a cut, mechanical finish rather than fully rounded terminals. The capitals are tall and tightly set with compact apertures (notably in forms like E, S, and C), while the lowercase follows a similarly condensed, upright structure translated into an oblique slant. Numerals are sturdy and geometric, with squared bowls and straight-sided curves that keep a uniform, block-built rhythm across the set.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as posters, headlines, sports and esports identities, product packaging, and promotional graphics where a compact, energetic voice is needed. It can also work for badges, signage, and titles in motion graphics, particularly when set with slightly increased letterspacing to keep counters open.
The overall tone reads fast and forceful, with a display-driven energy reminiscent of sports branding, motorsport, and action-oriented packaging. The oblique angle and condensed proportions add urgency, while the clipped corners contribute a rugged, industrial edge. It feels assertive and attention-seeking rather than refined or conversational.
The design appears intended as a bold, condensed display italic that maximizes impact in limited horizontal space. Its clipped geometry and squared, superellipse-based rounds aim to deliver a durable, engineered look while the forward slant provides speed and emphasis.
Distinctive chamfering and squared counters create a cohesive "machined" texture, especially in rounded letters (O/Q/0) that become rectilinear ovals. The slant is consistent and strong, producing a sense of motion in longer lines, and the dense interior spaces suggest using generous tracking at smaller sizes to preserve clarity.