Sans Superellipse Olkaj 3 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Trade Gothic Next' and 'Trade Gothic Next Soft Rounded' by Linotype, 'Prelo Compressed' by Monotype, 'LFT Etica' by TypeTogether, and 'Eastman Condensed' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, kids media, playful, friendly, quirky, retro, casual, warmth, approachability, display impact, retro charm, rounded, compact, soft, chunky, bouncy.
A compact sans with rounded-rectangle construction and heavily softened corners throughout. Strokes are thick and even, with minimal modulation, creating sturdy silhouettes and a slightly condensed texture. Counters tend to be small and oval-to-rectangular, and many joins and terminals finish in blunt, pill-like ends, giving the alphabet a cohesive, inflated rhythm. Uppercase forms stay simple and geometric, while lowercase shapes lean lively, with a single-storey ‘a’ and ‘g’ and a tall, narrow ‘t’, reinforcing the typeface’s compact, vertical presence.
Well suited to headlines, short blurbs, posters, packaging, and brand marks where a friendly, compact voice is desired. It can also work for playful UI labels or children’s media, especially when set with generous tracking and leading to maintain clarity.
The overall tone feels approachable and humorous, like a modern take on hand-cut signage or mid-century display lettering. Its softened geometry reads friendly rather than technical, and the tight, bouncy proportions add a lighthearted energy that suits informal, attention-getting settings.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact readability with a warm, rounded personality—pairing simple sans structure with superellipse-inspired curves to create a distinctive, upbeat display face.
Text samples show strong color and consistent spacing at display sizes, with distinct numerals and sturdy punctuation that match the rounded, blocky construction. The design’s tight counters and dense stroke mass suggest it will be most comfortable when given a bit of breathing room in line spacing and at sizes where interior shapes stay open.