Chinese robotics player Unitree released a video showing dozens of G1 humanoid robots performing a synchronized demonstration of
The video posted on its official WeChat account and titled “WuBot’s Pray at the Temple of Heaven” was filmed in front of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests in Beijing.
The robots carried out coordinated martial arts moves, including punches, kicks, and high-difficulty flips.
Last week, Unitree Robotics announced plans to ship 20,000 humanoid robots in 2026, up from 5,500 last year, to accelerate real-world deployment.
Synchronized robot warriors
The video shows a large group of humanoid robots performing coordinated martial arts-style movements in front of the Temple of Heaven in Beijing.
The robots walk in formation, execute synchronized punches, kicks, and Kung Fu-inspired gestures, and move together with precise timing as a group demonstration of agility and balance.
Recently, Unitree Robotics drew widespread attention after its humanoid robots appeared at China’s 2026 Spring Festival Gala. Dozens of G1 robots delivered what was described as the world’s first fully autonomous humanoid robot cluster kung fu performance, showcasing rapid movements and pushing motion limits.
At the same time, the Unitree H2 humanoid appeared at both the Beijing main venue and the Yiwu sub-venue, dressed as the Monkey King in heavy armor and riding a “somersault cloud” portrayed by B2W quadruped robot dogs, sending New Year blessings from above.
A follow-up video shows G1 robots executing complex synchronized martial arts routines and trampoline jumps without human intervention. The robots completed somersaults reaching three meters and achieved running speeds of up to 4 meters per second, highlighting coordinated balance, agility, and control.
Following the gala, Unitree released a new video on its YouTube channel featuring more than 40 G1 humanoid robots performing a synchronized formation. In the routine, the robots arranged themselves to write out a New Year’s message visible from above.
According to the company, the display used the same “Kung Fu Bot” model and Cluster Cooperative Rapid Scheduling System seen at the gala. The 30-second performance was shared to celebrate the Chinese New Year, which runs from February 17 to February 27.
Robotics Scale Up
The company’s chief executive, Wang Xingxing, has stated that it aims to serve a much broader customer base this year. Recent reports indicate that Unitree plans to ship around 20,000 humanoid robots in 2026. The company considers large-scale deployment to be the next major challenge in the robotics sector.
Unitree leadership views real-world implementation as the industry’s key hurdle. Efforts are underway to integrate embodied artificial intelligence technologies designed to function as advanced onboard systems, enabling robots to navigate complex environments autonomously.
Market research estimates show that more than 5,500 humanoid robots were shipped last year, exceeding the combined output of several major US competitors. Industry analysts note that major public events offer controlled environments with stable conditions, making them suitable platforms to demonstrate current capabilities.
Meanwhile, competition in the humanoid robotics market is intensifying as major technology firms focus on expanding development and factory deployment. Despite earlier projections of rapid industrial adoption, progress toward meaningful factory use has been slower than anticipated, highlighting the technical and operational challenges that remain for widespread commercialization.
Originally written by: Jijo Malayil
Source: Interesting Engineering
Published on: 23 February 2026
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