Shadow Mada 1 is a very bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Core Sans GS' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, logos, packaging, kids media, playful, retro, cartoon, bubbly, bold, dimensional impact, friendly display, retro signage, attention grabbing, rounded, chunky, soft corners, inline detail, layered.
A heavy, rounded display face built from chunky, softly contoured strokes and compact counters. The letterforms show pronounced internal cut-ins and small highlight-like notches, creating a layered look and a strong sense of depth. Curves are dominant, terminals are blunted, and the overall silhouette stays smooth and inflated, with consistent thickness and tight, friendly spacing in running text. The built-in shadow/offset treatment is integrated into each glyph, giving the characters a dimensional, poster-ready presence.
Best used for short-form display settings such as posters, headlines, packaging callouts, and logo wordmarks where its dimensional styling can be appreciated. It also fits children’s media, snack/food branding, and event graphics that benefit from a bold, friendly voice.
The font projects a fun, lighthearted tone with a nostalgic, sign-painter energy. Its dimensional styling and bouncy shapes feel suited to playful branding and upbeat messaging rather than formal or technical content.
The design appears intended to deliver immediate impact through rounded, approachable shapes paired with built-in dimensional detailing. The combination of soft geometry and shadowed layering suggests a focus on retro-leaning display typography for attention-grabbing titles and branding.
Round characters (like O, Q, and numerals) read especially strong thanks to generous bowls and a stable baseline. The shadow/inline detailing adds visual texture, so the face benefits from moderate sizes and solid contrast against simple backgrounds.