Robots that participated in the Beijing Games now have to work

The second edition of the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing has introduced a new focus on practical labor, moving beyond traditional athletic demonstrations. While previous iterations emphasized physical feats such as running, jumping, and playing soccer, the current event requires participating machines to perform tasks modeled after real-world work environments.

To facilitate this transition, the competition has significantly expanded its scope, increasing the number of task-inspired scenarios from six to twenty. This shift aims to demonstrate the functional utility of humanoid robots in professional settings, marking a strategic evolution in the tournament's objectives.