How big is the GTA 6 map? Based on Trailer 1 footage, leaked development material, and Rockstar’s open-world ambitions over the last decade, the GTA 6 map is shaping up to be significantly larger than GTA V’s — and possibly the largest urban open world Rockstar has ever built. Here’s the breakdown.
Confirmed: Vice City + the state of Leonida
GTA 6 is not a Vice City-only game. The map includes:
- Vice City — the dense urban core, modeled on modern Miami
- Leonida State — the broader fictional state, analog to Florida
- Surrounding wilderness — Everglades-style wetlands, swamps, rural towns
- Beach and coastal areas — extensive coastline with smaller resort cities
Map size estimate
The GTA V map (Los Santos + Blaine County) covers approximately 75 square kilometers. Leaked development material and footage suggest GTA 6’s map could be:
- Estimated total size: 120-200 square km — roughly 1.5-2.5x GTA V
- Vice City urban area: alone could rival the entire Los Santos area
- Wilderness/water: a higher proportion than GTA V, similar to RDR2’s spread
Comparison: open-world sizes
| Game | Approx. map size |
|---|---|
| GTA V | ~75 km² |
| Red Dead Redemption 2 | ~75 km² |
| GTA 6 (estimated) | ~120-200 km² |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | ~25 km² |
| Starfield (single planet) | Procedural |
Density matters more than area
Raw square kilometers tell only part of the story. Rockstar has historically focused on density and detail rather than empty space. Expect:
- Far more enterable interiors than GTA V
- Higher NPC counts in urban areas
- Improved traffic and crowd systems
- Wildlife and vehicle variety on par with RDR2
What this means for PC hardware
A larger, denser map puts more pressure on VRAM, storage speed (NVMe SSDs), and system RAM. If you’re planning a PC build for GTA 6, prioritize:
- 32 GB RAM (16 GB minimum, but 32 GB is the comfortable buffer)
- 1 TB+ NVMe SSD
- 12 GB+ VRAM on your GPU
See our Best PC for GTA 6 guide for full builds.
Frequently asked questions
When does GTA 6 release?
GTA 6’s release window has been confirmed for late 2025 / early 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. A PC release will follow later, with no official date confirmed yet. See our GTA 6 PC release date analysis for the latest timeline.
Will GTA 6 come to PC?
Yes, but not on day one. Rockstar’s pattern is to release PC versions 12-24 months after console launch. See our GTA 6 PC system requirements overview for what to expect.
How much will GTA 6 cost?
Pricing has not been officially confirmed. Industry expectations place GTA 6 at $69.99-$79.99 USD for the standard edition. Premium and Collector’s editions are expected to follow. See our GTA 6 price analysis for details.