Sans Superellipse Penub 3 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Festivo Letters' by Ahmet Altun, 'Bouncing Checks Layers' by Cruz Fonts, 'MVB Diazo' by MVB, and 'Winner Sans' by sportsfonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, sports branding, industrial, poster, sporty, techno, comic, impact, compactness, ruggedness, geometric feel, display focus, squared, chamfered, angular, compact, blocky.
A heavy, compact sans with rounded-rectangle (superelliptical) counters and blunt terminals that read as squared-off and slightly chamfered. Strokes are largely uniform, with crisp corners and frequent diagonal cuts that create a faceted, stencil-like texture without actually breaking forms. Curves are minimized into boxy arcs, giving letters like O/Q/0 a squarish, compressed feel; the numerals match the same boxed construction and strong, closed shapes. Spacing appears tight and the overall rhythm is dense, emphasizing mass and verticality over airy openness.
Best suited for display typography such as headlines, posters, sports branding, game/arcade-inspired graphics, and bold logotypes where the carved, angular details can be appreciated. It can also work for short labels on packaging or signage, but is less ideal for long passages or small UI text where the tight counters and dense texture may reduce readability.
The font projects a tough, no-nonsense tone—part industrial signage, part athletic display—with a hint of retro arcade or action-title energy. Its sharp cuts and blocky silhouettes feel assertive and engineered, making it attention-grabbing and slightly aggressive rather than friendly or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a compact footprint, using squared forms and consistent diagonal cuts to create a cohesive, high-energy display voice. Its superelliptical structure suggests a deliberate blend of geometric order and rugged edge, optimized for titles and branding rather than extended reading.
Distinctive diagonal notches and wedge-like joins show up across multiple glyphs, creating a consistent “carved” motif that adds texture at larger sizes. The mixed-case sample suggests strong presence in all-caps and title settings, while the compact interiors can start to feel tight as size decreases.