Sans Superellipse Subi 3 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Redeye Sans' by Aboutype, 'Kuunari' and 'Kuunari Rounded' by Melvastype, and 'Hoverion' by Variatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, brand marks, industrial, authoritative, retro, condensed, punchy, space saving, high impact, signage clarity, geometric unity, retro utility, squared, rounded corners, blocky, compact, vertical stress.
A heavy, condensed sans with blocky proportions and rounded-rectangle construction throughout. Curves are squared-off into superellipse-like bowls (notably in C, G, O, Q, and lowercase o), giving the face a sturdy, machined rhythm. Strokes are broadly uniform with small optical corrections, terminals are mostly blunt, and corners are consistently softened rather than sharp. Counters are compact and often rectangular, and joins are tight, producing a dense texture. Figures follow the same compact, squared logic, reading like signage numerals suited to tight settings.
Best suited for headlines and display settings where space is limited but impact is needed, such as posters, signage, packaging, and bold brand lockups. It can also work for short subheads or callouts, where its dense texture and condensed width help maintain hierarchy without expanding line length.
The overall tone is bold and utilitarian, with a slightly retro-industrial flavor reminiscent of stamped labeling and condensed poster type. Its compact forms and squared rounding feel purposeful and assertive, prioritizing impact over delicacy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch in a compact width, using rounded-rectangle geometry to stay cohesive at large sizes. It emphasizes sturdy readability and a controlled, industrial visual language for attention-grabbing display typography.
The narrow fit and tight internal spacing create strong vertical emphasis and a dark, continuous typographic color. The rounded-corner geometry keeps the heaviness from feeling abrasive, while the squared bowls maintain a technical, engineered character.