Sans Superellipse Ubbeb 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cybersport' by Anton Kokoshka, 'Resolve Sans' by Fenotype, 'Boxed' and 'Boxed Round' by Tipo Pèpel, and 'Breuer Text' by TypeTrust (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, friendly, retro, playful, approachable, chunky, approachability, display impact, retro flavor, sign-like clarity, rounded, soft corners, blunt terminals, compact, monoline.
A rounded, monoline sans with superellipse-inspired curves and softly squared counters. Strokes are consistently heavy with minimal contrast, and terminals are blunt with generous corner radii. Proportions lean compact, with open apertures and simplified joins that keep shapes sturdy at size. The overall rhythm is slightly irregular in a hand-hewn way, giving the forms a lively, non-mechanical texture while maintaining clear, centered silhouettes.
Best suited to display roles where warmth and impact are needed: headlines, poster typography, packaging, and brand marks. The sturdy, rounded construction also works well for short UI labels, wayfinding, and merchandising where quick legibility and a friendly tone matter. It can carry longer text in large sizes, but its dense, chunky rhythm is most effective in titles and callouts.
The tone is warm and informal, combining a utilitarian sign-painting sturdiness with a playful, mid-century feel. Its soft rectangular curves read friendly and approachable rather than technical, making it feel upbeat and personable. The slight roughness in outlines adds charm and reduces rigidity, nudging the voice toward casual and human.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, approachable voice using superellipse-based geometry and softened corners, balancing clarity with character. By keeping stroke weight even and counters roomy, it aims for legible display typography that feels human and slightly vintage rather than purely geometric.
Round letters tend toward squared bowls (notably in O/0-like forms), while diagonals and junctions stay thick and stable. Numerals follow the same rounded-rectangle logic with strong, simple shapes designed for quick recognition. Spacing in text appears steady and compact, supporting dense headlines without becoming fragile.