Sans Superellipse Fobup 3 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'HD Node Sans' by HyperDeluxe, 'Pais' by Latinotype, 'Molde' by Letritas, 'Eurostile Next' and 'Eurostile Next Paneuropean' by Linotype, and 'Kommon Grotesk' by TypeK (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, sporty, energetic, confident, friendly, modern, impact, momentum, approachability, modernity, oblique, rounded, compact apertures, large counters, soft corners.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and softly squared curves that read as superellipse-based. Strokes are uniform and solid, with rounded outer corners and generous interior counters that keep forms open despite the weight. The italic slant is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, giving lines a forward-leaning rhythm. Terminals tend to be blunt and clean, and joins are sturdy, producing a compact, punchy silhouette in both display sizes and short text settings.
This font is well suited to bold headlines, posters, and promotional graphics where impact and speed are desirable. Its rounded, wide shapes also fit branding, packaging, and product marks that benefit from a strong yet approachable presence. It can work for short UI or label text when emphasis is needed, especially in tight, high-contrast layouts.
The overall tone is assertive and high-energy, with a sporty forward motion and a friendly softness from the rounded geometry. It feels contemporary and utilitarian rather than delicate, projecting confidence and immediacy in headings and emphatic messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a forward-leaning, athletic cadence, while using rounded superellipse geometry to keep the voice approachable and contemporary. It aims for strong, consistent texture and high readability in display-driven applications.
Capitals appear broad and blocky with softened corners, while lowercase maintains clear differentiation and sturdy bowls. Numerals share the same oblique stance and rounded-rectangular construction, supporting a cohesive typographic color in mixed alphanumeric settings.