GTA 6 is expected to launch later this year, with Rockstar confirming a Fall 2025 release window. This means the game will most likely arrive between September and November, assuming there are no delays. As one of the most anticipated titles in gaming history, GTA 6 promises a massive open world, two protagonists—Jason and Lucia, and the long-awaited return to Vice City.
Even though Rockstar hasn’t revealed much beyond the first official trailer, fans have uncovered many details about the world, setting, and map layout. Here’s a simple breakdown of everything we know so far.
GTA 6 Map Overview — Vice City and Three Counties
GTA 6 takes place in Leonida, Rockstar’s fictional version of Florida. The map includes three main counties:
1. Vice Dale County
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Home to Vice City, inspired by Miami
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Features nightlife districts, beaches, clubs, airports, ports, and art deco streets
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Inspired locations include:
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Vice Beach (Miami Beach)
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Ocean Drive
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Wynwood
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Port Vice City (PortMiami)
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Vice City International Airport (MIA)
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NINE1NINE nightclub
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Twin-Tower Condo (500 Brickell)
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Boardwalk Hotel (Colony Hotel)
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2. Kelly County
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Inspired by the Everglades and the Florida Keys
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Swamplands, wildlife, small rural towns
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Seen in the trailer via:
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Airboats
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Wetlands and long island chains
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3. Leonard County
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More rural and inland
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Contains:
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Leonida Department of Corrections (LDC) — Lucia’s prison
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Port Gellhorn — seen during the desert town chase
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Several small towns (Catalan Boulevard, Hamlet, Waning Sands)
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A massive broadcast tower based on WTVY Tower
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Together, these regions create the largest and most detailed map Rockstar has ever developed.
How GTA 6’s Map Compares to GTA 5’s Map
Based on community reconstructions and leaks, the GTA 6 map is estimated to be around 70% larger than GTA 5’s Los Santos.
Not only is the landmass bigger, but GTA 6 appears to feature:
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More dense urban areas
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Far fewer empty mountains
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More enterable buildings
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A much larger variety of biomes (beaches, swamps, islands, cities, small towns)
This means players can expect deeper exploration and a more vibrant open world.
Will GTA 6 Add More Cities After Launch?
Reports suggest Rockstar plans to expand the map post-launch, adding:
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New cities
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New missions
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Possibly South American regions
This aligns with earlier concepts from “Project Americas,” which aimed to include multiple countries and cities.
GTA 6 Trailer Breakdown: What’s Confirmed
From the official trailer, players can expect:
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Two protagonists: Jason and Lucia
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A modern, neon-filled Vice City
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Dense social media–style world interactions
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Beaches, nightlife, highways, swamps, and rural areas
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A story connected to crime, romance, and chaos in Leonida
Rockstar has only shown a small portion of the world, but fans have already mapped out major landmarks and counties.
GTA 6 Release Summary
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Release Window: Fall 2025 (September–November)
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Setting: Vice City + three counties in Leonida (Florida)
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Map Size: ~70% larger than GTA 5
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Protagonists: Jason & Lucia
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Post-Launch Plans: Potential new cities and missions
GTA 6 is shaping up to be Rockstar’s biggest, most ambitious game ever—and the wait is almost over.
