Sans Normal Punaz 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mikado' by HVD Fonts, 'Core Sans AR' by S-Core, 'Mundial Narrow' by TipoType, 'Rohyt' by Typesketchbook, and 'Ambra Sans' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, children's media, logos, playful, friendly, bubbly, kid-centric, casual, approachability, high impact, playfulness, simplicity, rounded, chunky, soft corners, compact, cartoony.
A chunky, highly rounded sans with heavy, uniform strokes and fully softened terminals. Counters are small and often squarish-rounded, giving letters a compact, “puffy” silhouette. Curves dominate throughout, with minimal straight-edge sharpness and a generally steady, even rhythm. The lowercase is simple and sturdy, while figures are broad and bulbous, keeping the overall texture dense and bold on the page.
Best suited for display work such as headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks that need a warm, playful presence. It also fits children’s products, casual signage, and social graphics where a strong, friendly tone is desired.
The tone is cheerful and approachable, with a toy-like softness that reads as informal and welcoming. Its inflated shapes and compact counters create a friendly, comedic voice suited to lighthearted messaging rather than serious editorial settings.
The font appears designed to maximize friendliness and impact through rounded geometry and thick, even strokes, producing a bold, approachable texture. Its simplified forms prioritize immediacy and character over typographic neutrality.
The design maintains consistent rounding across joins and terminals, which helps unify mixed-case text and numerals. Because of the dense color and tight internal spaces, it visually prefers larger sizes and short bursts of copy where impact matters more than fine detail.