Sans Superellipse Orkos 3 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kommon Grotesk' by TypeK (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, modern, industrial, confident, compact, pragmatic, impact, space saving, modern utility, strong branding, blocky, rounded corners, condensed, sturdy, clean.
A compact, heavy sans with squared-off geometry softened by rounded corners and superellipse-like curves. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing a dense, high-impact texture. Counters are relatively tight and rectangular-leaning, and many joins and terminals feel blunt and engineered rather than calligraphic. Overall spacing and proportions favor economy of width while maintaining clear silhouettes, giving the face a strong vertical rhythm in both upper- and lowercase as well as in the figures.
This font is well suited for headlines, posters, and bold branding where a compact footprint and strong presence are desirable. It can also work effectively for packaging and signage that needs to stay legible while feeling robust and contemporary.
The tone is direct and no-nonsense, with a contemporary, utilitarian character that reads as confident and assertive. Its compact forms and sturdy weight suggest an industrial sensibility—efficient, functional, and built for impact rather than delicacy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual strength in a condensed width, using superellipse-inspired curves and blunt terminals to create a modern, engineered look. It prioritizes impactful silhouettes and consistent rhythm over airy openness, aiming for clear, assertive communication.
The rounded-rectangle construction shows most clearly in bowls and curved letters, which avoid perfect circles in favor of squarer curves. In running text, the heavy color and tight counters create a solid typographic “block,” making it feel best suited to larger sizes or short bursts of copy where presence matters.