Sans Superellipse Pimew 3 is a bold, very narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Karepe FX' by Differentialtype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, logotypes, condensed, industrial, retro, authoritative, poster-ready, space-saving, display impact, geometric clarity, modern retro, rounded corners, soft terminals, vertical stress, compact, high contrast color (ink.
This typeface is built from tall, compact forms with a strongly vertical stance and tight horizontal proportions. Strokes are consistently even in thickness, with rounded-rectangle geometry shaping bowls and counters; corners are softened and curves feel like superelliptical arcs rather than perfect circles. Terminals are generally blunt and squared-off with gentle rounding, producing clean joins and a steady, mechanical rhythm. The overall texture is dense and columnar, with narrow apertures and compact internal spaces that emphasize a sturdy silhouette in both uppercase and lowercase.
It performs best in large sizes where its condensed build and rounded-rect construction can be appreciated—headlines, posters, signage, packaging, and strong wordmarks. In short blocks of text it delivers a dense, impactful texture, making it useful for labels, headers, and display copy where space is limited.
The font projects a condensed, industrial confidence with a retro display flavor. Its softened corners keep it from feeling harsh, but the tall proportions and tight fit still read as assertive and utilitarian—well suited to attention-grabbing headlines and bold labeling.
The design appears intended to combine a space-saving condensed footprint with a softened, geometric construction. By keeping stroke weight uniform and corners rounded, it aims for a sturdy, contemporary-industrial look that remains approachable enough for branding and display use.
The uppercase set feels especially architectural, with many letters relying on straight verticals and rounded tops, while the lowercase introduces simplified, single-storey forms that keep the tone consistent. Numerals follow the same condensed, rounded-rect logic, maintaining an even, poster-like color when set in lines.