Sans Superellipse Illy 3 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Galvani' by Hoftype, 'Neue Haas Unica' and 'Neue Haas Unica Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Monto Grotesk' and 'Monto Screen' by Lucas Tillian, 'Ansage' by Sudtipos, 'Scatio' by Wahyu and Sani Co., and 'Eastman Grotesque' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, promotions, sporty, assertive, modern, energetic, playful, impact, energy, approachability, modernity, branding, oblique, rounded, soft corners, compact apertures, blocky.
A heavy, oblique sans with rounded-rectangle construction and soft, flattened curves in bowls and counters. The letterforms are broad and compact, with sturdy verticals and smoothly rounded terminals that keep the texture dense and uniform. Curves lean toward superelliptical geometry rather than true circles, giving O/C/G and the lowercase bowls a squarish, cushioned feel. Numerals and capitals share the same chunky, closed-in structure, producing a strong, poster-like rhythm with minimal stroke modulation.
Best suited to high-impact display work such as headlines, posters, promotional graphics, and bold branding—especially in sporty or energetic contexts. It also works well on packaging and signage where a compact, emphatic word shape is desirable.
The overall tone is punchy and confident, with a forward-leaning, action-oriented stance. Its cushioned geometry adds approachability and a slightly playful, pop-graphic character, balancing toughness with friendliness.
This design appears aimed at delivering maximum visual punch in an oblique, friendly-geometric voice: a dense, rounded-rect silhouette that reads as modern and energetic while staying smooth and approachable.
The oblique slant is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, and the rounded corners prevent the mass from feeling harsh. Apertures and counters are relatively tight, which increases impact in large sizes but can make small-size text feel dense.