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Ask any gamer out there and without a doubt, they'll say that GTA 6 is the most anticipated game right now. Although the release date is unknown, there are a few things we know about the GTA 6 maps, and characters, and more.
If you're way too excited to get your hands on the game and can't seem to wait, you might want to read on as we're digging deep into everything we know about the game so far. Keep in mind, many of the details are still kept under wraps so what we'll share are mostly from leaks, trailers, and speculations.
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Release Date And Confirmed Platforms
GTA 6 was officially planned to launch on Fall 2025. However, the GTA 6 release date has been pushed back and it's now a more specific May 26, 2026. The game is still months away but at least we now know when it will actually launch.
As for the platforms, the game is slated to be made available on the PS5, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC. With the size of the game, it's unlikely that we'll be seeing this on the Nintendo Switch 2. For now, the minimum and recommended requirements for the game haven't been revealed yet.
If you're worried about the delay, try not to think about it too much as the published notes that another delay is unlikely.
GTA 6 Map Leaks
One of the best things we know about the game right now is that we're making a return to Vice City. If you're not familiar, this GTA setting is based in Miami. This time around, the map will be much bigger as it will extend to the surrounding countryside.
The expansion will bring you to places like the swamplike Everglades and more. The map of the GTA games continue to become bigger and bigger as Rockstar masters their craft with each entry. While we don't know how big the next map will be, we do know that it's going to be bigger than San Andreas in GTA 5.
Many of what we know about the game's setting is based off of the 90-second teaser trailer. Eagle-eyed players were able to break down every second. Here are a few things we know about it.
Counties in GTA 6
- Vice Dale County
- Shown on sheriff's badge in Mega Noticias' newscast.
- Likely represents Miami-Dade County, including Vice City and some nearby areas.
- Leonard County
- Name appears on a police car in a fictional social media post for "PlanetLeonidaMan."
- Possibly based on Collier County (northwest of Miami-Dade).
- Gas station seen resembles Sunoco, which doesn't operate in the Everglades.
- Suggests Leonard County is northwest (similar to Collier County).
- Kelly County
- Seen on various street signs in the trailer.
- Likely represents Monroe County (Everglades region, southwest of Miami).
- Likely tied to Monroe County.
- Trailer shows road signs pointing from Vice City (southeast) toward southwest swampland.
Possible Landmarks
- NINE1NINE / E11EVEN
- Plane banner shows "NINE1NINE."
- Likely a nod to E11EVEN, Miami's 24/7 ultraclub.
- Nightclubs have been safehouse and business hubs in past GTAs.
- Not directly shown in teaser but expected as a hangout location.
- Basketball Arena / Kaseya Center
- Seen in background while woman waves arms in trailer.
- Access unclear, but sports are a recurring GTA feature (basketball, golf, darts, tennis).
- Twin-Tower Condo Block / 500 Brickell
- Tall granite-and-glass twin condos recreated brick for brick.
- Known real-world Miami landmark.
- Could be an apartment purchase location in GTA 6.
- Port Vice City / PortMiami
- Harbor branded with "PVC" logo.
- Likely a hotspot for speedboat chases, cargo theft, and shipping missions.
- Vice City International Airport / Miami International Airport
- Expected to be the largest airport in the game.
- Potential heists involving planes, airports, and tarmac missions.
- Colourful Street / Wynwood
- Vibrant murals and lowriders featured briefly.
- Likely a car customization hub or nightlife spot.
- Nightclub / Club Space
- Miami locals identified it as inspired by Club Space.
- Might be tied to the story or simply nightlife fun.
- City Island / Biscayne Island
- Connects Vice City to Vice Beach.
- Nearly identical recreation of real Biscayne Island with staircase-style skyscrapers and toll booths.
- Vice Beach / Miami Beach
- Entire Miami Beach recreated as Vice Beach.
- Includes South Beach, Mid Beach, and North Beach equivalents.
- May retain original Vice City naming conventions (Ocean Beach, Washington Beach, Vice Point).
Art Deco Street / Ocean Drive - Iconic South Beach art deco hotel-lined strip.
- Filled with clubs, neon lights, luxury cars.
- Boardwalk Hotel / Colony Hotel
- Replica of the Colony Hotel.
- Possible safehouse or business property for Lucia and Jason.
- Bayfront Heights / Seafront Apartments
- Another condo glimpse in trailer.
- Likely another player housing option.
- Strip Club / King of Diamonds
- Infamous Miami strip club replicated in GTA 6.
- Expected to be a standard GTA nightlife/business location.
- Wetlands / Everglades
- Swampy southern Florida region replicated.
- Airboat featured in trailer.
- String of Islands / Florida Keys
- Part of Kelly County map.
- Trailer shows Rockstar dedicating space to Florida Keys-like islands.
- Won't extend a full 120 miles but includes a significant stretch of islands.
- Broadcast Mast / WTVY Tower
- Sunset scene shows large broadcast tower.
- Based on real WTVY Tower, shifted into Leonard County.
- Leonida Department of Corrections / Florida Department of Corrections
- Lucia's prison intro scene.
- LDC stands for Leonida Department of Corrections.
- Location resembles desert-like Leonard County rather than swampy Kelly.
- Port Gellhorn / Small Town Florida
- Scene shows Jason and Lucia in a dusty small town.
Pawn & Gun shop visible in background. - Several other towns included in Leonard County: Catalan Boulevard, Stockyard Downtown, Hamlet, and Waning Sands.
General Map Layout (based on clues)
- Southeast → Vice Dale County (Vice City).
- Southwest → Kelly County (Everglades-inspired).
- Northwest → Leonard County (towns, prison, rural areas).
- All regions form Leonida, Rockstar's fictional version of Florida.
Unconfirmed but Hinted Map
- GTA 6 key art may show a draft map of southeast Florida on a pinboard.
- Appears to include Miami Beach-like mainland area.
GTA 6 Confirmed Characters
The heart and soul of any GTA game of course, lies in the characters. Like in GTA 5, the game will have multiple protagonists, only this time, we have a Bonnie-and-Clyde duo instead of a trio. Here are the confirmed characters of the game so far.
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Character |
Role |
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Jason Duval |
Protagonist and part of the Bonnie-and-Clyde duo. Former Army serviceman now in the Leonida Keys working odd jobs for drug runners. Motivated by his love for Lucia, despite struggling to find stability. |
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Lucia Caminos |
The second protagonist. Introduced as she's released from Leonida Penitentiary. Learned to fight from her father. Her family moved from Liberty City to Leonida. Partners with Jason to seek a better life. |
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Brian Heder |
Jason's landlord and a drug runner. Runs Brian's Boat Works and Marina as a front for his business. Hires Jason for muscle. Speculated to be voiced by actor Stephen Root. |
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Cal Hampton |
Jason's friend and drinking buddy at The Rusty Anchor. Characterized by "casual paranoia" and conspiracy theories. Embodies satirical elements of Leonidian culture. |
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Boobie Ike |
A Vice City legend turned entrepreneur. Owns real estate, a strip club, and a recording studio. Building a music empire with Dre'Quan under Only Raw Records. |
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Dre'Quan Priest |
Businessman and gangster. Partnered with Boobie Ike. Uses Real Dimez to break into the music industry and gain status with Vice City's elite. |
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Real Dimez |
Musical duo consisting of Bae-Luxe and Roxy, former high school friends. Signed to Only Raw Records with Dre'Quan and Boobie Ike. Gained fame with hit song DWNPLY. |
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Raul Bautista |
Veteran bank robber known for escalating heists beyond expectations. Possible future collaborator with Jason and Lucia for bigger scores. |
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Other Characters |
Includes unnamed gangsters, cops in body armor, influencers, partygoers, gun shop owners, and various Leonida residents teased in the trailer. |
Ready For GTA 6?
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FAQs
When is GTA 6 going to launch?
GTA 6 is confirmed to launch on May 26, 2026. The game will be made available on the PS5, Xbox Series X, and Windows PC.
Will GTA 6 have online multiplayer?
GTA Online is a very popular part of GTA 5 and it continues to receive support from Rockstar till now. It's safe to say that GTA 6 will likely have an online mode too but it might not be available at launch.
Are GTA 6 pre-orders now up?
No, there aren't pre-orders for GTA 6 yet. We've also yet to see the game's Standard, Deluxe, or Ultimate editions if there are any. It's likely that we'll see it around January or later.