Sans Superellipse Ikgah 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Akkordeon' by Emtype Foundry, 'Sharp Grotesk Latin' and 'Sharp Grotesk Paneuropean' by Monotype, and 'Extenda' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, signage, bold, friendly, retro, punchy, playful, impact, approachability, display strength, retro flavor, geometric consistency, rounded, blocky, compact, soft corners, heavy.
A heavy, rounded sans with a blocky, superellipse construction and consistently softened corners. Strokes are uniform and dense, with large enclosed counters that read as rounded rectangles, giving the design a sturdy, compact texture. Terminals are blunt and squared-off rather than tapered, and curves feel inflated and geometric, keeping the rhythm even across letters and figures. The lowercase has a prominent x-height and simplified shapes, while capitals stay broad-shouldered and stable; numerals match the same chunky, rounded-rect silhouette.
Best used for headlines, posters, branding marks, packaging, and short, high-impact copy where its heavy, rounded forms can shine. It performs well in large display settings and simple layouts, and it can add a playful, retro weight to signage or promotional graphics.
The overall tone is assertive and attention-grabbing, but softened by the rounded geometry. It suggests a retro display sensibility—confident, approachable, and slightly playful—well suited to bold statements that should feel friendly rather than harsh.
This font appears designed to deliver maximum impact with a compact, geometric silhouette while maintaining approachability through rounded corners and generous counters. The simplified, blocky construction prioritizes strong word shapes and visual presence for display typography.
The spacing and silhouette create a strong “ink mass” effect, so the face tends to form solid word shapes at larger sizes. The design’s geometry is consistent across straight and curved forms, with a noticeable preference for squared curves and rounded corners over true circular bowls.