It may not be a household robot, but it sure knows its kung fu – the Unitree G1 shows major improvements in its moves
Back in early March 2025, we reported on the impressive kung fu abilities of the Unitree G1. Now, Unitree has taken things a step further, showcasing the latest evolution of its humanoid robot on YouTube under the title “Kungfu Kid V6.0.” Standing 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm) tall, the robot demonstrates a level of body control that clearly surpasses the earlier demonstration.
Compared to the version shown in February 2025, the G1 now moves with noticeably greater confidence, fluidity and responsiveness. While it could only perform basic punch combinations and spin kicks back in March, it now executes complex movement sequences, lightning-fast somersaults and far sharper spin kicks. In April 2025, the G1 even participated in a boxing match, and its physical control seems to have improved significantly since then.
It seems Unitree has made remarkable progress with the G1 in a relatively short time. According to the Chinese robotics company, all footage was recorded in real time without any visual effects. The new motion models are based on the open-source dataset LAFAN1, which contains motion capture data of human movement. The G1 offers 31 degrees of freedom (excluding the hands) and uses a full-body sensor system to maintain balance. Its high-performance actuators respond with impressive speed, enabling the robot to execute complex martial arts maneuvers with precision.
In the comments under the YouTube video and on Reddit, many viewers express their admiration. Others, however, raise concerns about potential military applications or warn of the risks of losing control. While the progress is undeniable, many hope to see more practical, real-world use cases. One comment summed it up with humor: “He’s passed his black belt exam – now all he needs is his vacuum cleaner license.”
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Unitree Robotics via YouTube
