Sans Superellipse Fonod 3 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Broadside' by Device, 'Monton' by Larin Type Co, 'Brainy Variable Sans' by Maculinc, 'UNicod Sans' by Mostardesign, 'Beachwood' and 'Hyperspace Race' by Swell Type, and 'Probeta' by deFharo (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, sportswear, posters, packaging, sporty, retro, dynamic, confident, compact, impact, speed, space saving, display, rounded, oblique, punchy, smooth, industrial.
A compact, heavy sans with a pronounced forward slant and broadly rounded, superelliptical contours. Strokes are thick and even with minimal modulation, and terminals are consistently softened into rounded corners, creating a smooth, molded silhouette. Counters are relatively tight and squarish-oval, and the overall rhythm is dense with short extenders and a firm baseline presence. The numerals and capitals share the same compact, rounded-rectangle geometry, keeping a unified texture across lines of text.
Best suited to display use such as headlines, branding, and punchy short copy where its dense, rounded forms can read clearly. It works well for sportswear-style graphics, event posters, and packaging that benefits from a compact, energetic wordshape. In longer passages it will feel visually insistent, so it’s most effective in titles, labels, and callouts rather than body text.
The font communicates speed and impact, with an assertive, athletic tone that feels at home in motion-oriented design. Its rounded geometry keeps the voice friendly rather than aggressive, while the slant adds urgency and a sense of forward momentum. Overall it reads as energetic and slightly retro, reminiscent of classic sports and automotive graphics.
The design appears intended to deliver a high-impact, space-efficient sans with a streamlined, rounded-rectangle construction. The forward slant and sturdy shapes suggest an emphasis on motion, modern signage-like clarity, and strong branding presence in bold display settings.
The oblique angle and tight internal spacing make the texture visually strong, especially in headlines. Rounded corners and consistently softened joins help prevent the heavy weight from feeling harsh, preserving legibility at larger sizes while emphasizing a compact, logo-like presence.