WATCH: Boston Dynamics robot shows off parkour skills in new video

Marc Raibert, Founder of Boston Dynamics (Kiyoshi Ota/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

BOSTON — Robots are scary enough to people who are worried about their capabilities, but how about adding parkour to their skill set?

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Boston Dynamics posted a new video Thursday, showing their robot, Atlas, going to work on a parkour course.

In just a year, Atlas has improved from basic sprinting to having versatile skills that could help anyone in any situation.

Atlas showcased some impressive mobility and jumps as he maneuvered through the course, adding to a range of abilities that already includes box jumps and backflips.