Sans Superellipse Pidom 3 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bellfort' by GRIN3 (Nowak); 'Privilege Sign JNL' by Jeff Levine; 'Frontage Condensed' by Juri Zaech; 'Gemsbuck Pro' by Studio Fat Cat; and 'Angmar', 'Delonie', and 'Headpen' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, branding, retro, playful, punchy, friendly, quirky, space-saving impact, retro display, distinctive texture, signage feel, condensed, blocky, rounded, soft corners, inward notches.
A condensed, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes are broadly uniform, with subtle flare and frequent wedge-like ink traps or inward notches at joins and terminals that create a carved, cut-in rhythm. Counters tend to be compact and squarish, and curves resolve into squashed superellipse shapes rather than true circles. The lowercase keeps a straightforward, sturdy structure, while tall ascenders and compact bowls emphasize a vertical, poster-like silhouette; numerals follow the same narrow, chunky logic with tight interior spaces.
Best suited to headlines and short-to-medium display copy where its tight width and carved details can read clearly—such as posters, packaging, branding systems, logos, and promotional graphics. It can also work for punchy subheads and callouts, especially when space is limited and a compact, attention-grabbing voice is needed.
The overall tone is exuberant and slightly mischievous, blending a vintage poster sensibility with a contemporary, geometric friendliness. Its pinched terminals and ink-trap cuts add a handmade, display-driven energy that feels bold, approachable, and a bit theatrical.
This design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in narrow horizontal space while maintaining a friendly geometric feel. The superellipse-like rounds and repeated ink-trap cuts suggest an aim for distinctive texture and strong reproduction at display sizes, evoking retro signage and poster typography without relying on decorative serifs.
The distinctive notches at intersections and stroke endings become a strong texture in continuous text, creating a lively sparkle that is most noticeable at larger sizes. Wide forms like M, W, and X are tightly compressed, giving headlines a tall, packed look with high visual density.