Sans Normal Koboz 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Myriad', 'Myriad Bengali', and 'Myriad Devanagari' by Adobe and 'Cirta Two' and 'Philyra' by Eurotypo (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, dynamic, sporty, confident, modern, forward-leaning, impact, momentum, modernity, clarity, display, oblique, rounded, clean, compact, solid.
This typeface is a heavy, oblique sans with rounded geometry and smooth, continuous curves. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing a sturdy, even color in words. Counters are relatively open for the weight, and joins are clean and uncomplicated, with a slightly compact feel in curved letters. The italic slant is pronounced and uniform across caps, lowercase, and numerals, creating a steady rightward motion without calligraphic contrast.
It works best for short, high-impact settings such as headlines, poster typography, branding marks, sports and event graphics, and bold packaging callouts. The strong weight and oblique stance help it stand out on screen or in print, especially when space is limited and a decisive voice is needed.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a streamlined, contemporary feel. Its strong weight and consistent slant give it a sense of speed and momentum, while the rounded shapes keep it approachable rather than harsh.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, energetic sans suitable for attention-grabbing display use. By pairing heavy strokes with rounded construction and a firm oblique angle, it aims to balance impact with smooth readability and a cohesive, contemporary rhythm.
In the sample text, the dense strokes create strong presence at display sizes, and the oblique rhythm is especially noticeable in sequences with many verticals and diagonals. Numerals match the letterforms in weight and slant, maintaining consistent texture in mixed alphanumeric settings.