Sans Superellipse Tupo 3 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Kaneda Gothic' by Dharma Type, 'Smart Sans' by Monotype, and 'TT Bluescreens' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, logos, signage, rugged, industrial, vintage, assertive, playful, compact impact, stamp texture, retro utility, condensed, blocky, rounded corners, soft terminals, irregular edges.
This typeface is a condensed, heavy sans with compact proportions and rounded-rectangle construction in its curves and counters. Strokes are thick and largely uniform, with softened corners and slightly uneven, ink-like edges that create a stamped or distressed feel without breaking the silhouettes. Letterforms are tall with tight interior space, and the overall rhythm is dense and vertical, producing strong texture in headlines and short lines of text.
It performs best in posters, headlines, and bold callouts where a compact width helps fit more characters per line. The textured, stamp-like finish also suits branding, labels, apparel graphics, and signage that benefits from an industrial or vintage-printed impression.
The tone reads bold and workmanlike, with a tactile, analog character that suggests rubber-stamp lettering, packaging marks, or hand-printed signage. Its compressed build and softened corners keep it approachable, balancing toughness with a slightly quirky, retro energy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a tight footprint, combining condensed display proportions with rounded-rectangle geometry and subtle distressing to evoke printed, utilitarian lettering.
Counters tend to be narrow and enclosed, so the face gains impact quickly but can darken at smaller sizes or in long passages. The mild edge irregularity is consistent enough to feel intentional, adding texture while preserving legibility in display settings.