Where is GTA 6 set, how big is the map, and how long is the story? GTA 6 takes place in the fictional US state of Leonida, Rockstar’s version of Florida, and returns to Vice City, its take on Miami, for the first time since GTA: Vice City Stories in 2006. This guide covers the setting, the regions Rockstar has revealed, the two main characters, how big the map is, and how long the story is expected to be.
Where is GTA 6 located?
GTA 6 is set in modern-day Leonida, a sunny southern state full of beaches, swamps, small towns and one huge city. The main city is Vice City, a satirical Miami with neon nightlife, high-rise condos, a busy port and the social media chaos that GTA 6’s trailers poke fun at. So what city is GTA 6 based on? Miami, with the wider map inspired by the rest of Florida, from the Keys to the Everglades.
GTA 6 regions revealed so far
Rockstar’s official GTA 6 website introduced several areas of Leonida:
- Vice City: the Miami-inspired metropolis, home to the beach, downtown towers and Little Haiti-style neighborhoods.
- Leonida Keys: a chain of islands inspired by the Florida Keys, with bridges, boats and bars.
- Grassrivers: wild wetlands based on the Everglades, full of alligators and airboats.
- Port Gellhorn: a run-down port town on the Gulf coast.
- Ambrosia: an industrial farming town dominated by sugar refineries and biker gangs.
- Mount Kalaga National Park: forests, trails and hunting grounds in the north.
How big is GTA 6?
Rockstar North co-studio head Rob Nelson said in a 2026 interview that the GTA 6 map is roughly twice the size of GTA 5’s open world. GTA 5’s Los Santos and Blaine County cover roughly 80 square kilometers of land, so GTA 6 could be in the region of 150 to 170 square kilometers, not counting water. Just as important as size is density: Rockstar has shown far more enterable buildings, crowds, wildlife and traffic than in any previous GTA. How big will GTA 6 be in terms of file size? See how many GB GTA 6 needs.
Who are the GTA 6 characters?
GTA 6 has two playable protagonists:
- Lucia Caminos: the series’ first female lead in a mainline GTA since the 2D era, introduced in the first trailer in a Leonida prison.
- Jason Duval: her partner, who grew up around grifters and con artists in the Keys before joining the Army.
Their story is a Bonnie and Clyde-style crime romance: after a simple job goes wrong, the pair is pulled into a criminal conspiracy that stretches across Leonida.
How long is GTA 6 story mode?
Rockstar has not said. For comparison, GTA 5’s main story takes about 30-32 hours, and Red Dead Redemption 2’s about 50 hours, with completionist runs of 80-170 hours. Given GTA 6’s bigger map and two protagonists, many players expect a main story of 40-60 hours and well over 100 hours to do everything, but treat that as an estimate until reviews arrive.
Vice City then and now
Vice City first appeared in 1986-set Grand Theft Auto: Vice City (2002), a neon-soaked tribute to Miami Vice and Scarface, and returned in Vice City Stories (2006). GTA 6 brings it into the present day with smartphones, livestreams, viral videos and influencer culture, which the trailers satirize heavily. Familiar landmarks such as Ocean Beach and the Vice City skyline are expected to return in modern form, and the wider state of Leonida makes it the largest version of the setting ever.
How GTA 6 compares with other Rockstar maps
| Game | Setting | Approximate land area |
|---|---|---|
| GTA: Vice City (2002) | Vice City | Under 10 km² |
| GTA: San Andreas (2004) | San Andreas state | About 36 km² |
| GTA 5 (2013) | Los Santos and Blaine County | About 80 km² |
| Red Dead Redemption 2 (2018) | Five fictional states | About 75 km² of land, plus New Austin |
| GTA 6 (2026) | Leonida and Vice City | Roughly twice GTA 5, per Rockstar |
Fan estimates are based on trailer footage and leaks; Rockstar has only said “roughly twice”. The final figure will be measured by players after launch.
What we know about life in Leonida
- Wildlife: alligators, flamingos and other Florida wildlife appear in trailers.
- Water: boats, jet skis and airboats are central, with coastlines, canals and swamps.
- Interiors: trailers show many enterable shops, clubs, gas stations and homes.
- Crowds: beaches and streets are far busier than in GTA 5.
- Social media: an in-game social network riffs on real-world viral “Florida man” moments.
Will GTA 6 have more cities later?
Rockstar has not announced expansions. GTA Online added new areas to GTA 5 over time (for example Cayo Perico), so it is possible that GTA 6’s online component will expand the world after launch, but nothing is confirmed. Read will GTA 6 have online?
GTA 6 location FAQ
Is GTA 6 in Miami?
It is set in Vice City, a fictional city based on Miami, inside the fictional state of Leonida based on Florida.
Is GTA 6 bigger than GTA 5?
Yes, roughly twice as big according to Rockstar, and much denser.
Can you go to Los Santos in GTA 6?
No. GTA 6 is set entirely in Leonida as far as Rockstar has shown.
How long is GTA 6?
Not announced; expect a long main story given the size of the map and two protagonists.
When does it come out? See GTA 6 release date and platforms.
Will GTA 6 have online?
Rockstar has not detailed GTA 6’s online mode yet, but it is almost certain to have one. GTA Online became one of the most profitable games ever, earning billions of dollars over more than a decade, and Rockstar has a long history of launching an online mode shortly after its single-player games. Expect an online mode set in Leonida, either at launch or soon after, with heists, businesses and regular updates. Rockstar has not confirmed whether it will be called GTA Online, whether GTA 5 Online characters will transfer, or whether it will support crossplay. Read more in our GTA crossplay guide.
What city is GTA 6 based on?
GTA 6’s main city, Vice City, is based on Miami, Florida. The wider state of Leonida is Rockstar’s version of Florida as a whole, including swamps inspired by the Everglades, island chains inspired by the Florida Keys and smaller towns based on places across the state. Rockstar’s satirical style means familiar landmarks are given new names and exaggerated personalities, from neon-lit beaches to strip malls and gator-filled waterways.
Getting around Leonida
Trailers show cars, boats, motorcycles and aircraft, along with swamp boats for the wetlands, so travel across Leonida should be varied. Rockstar maps usually unlock gradually as the story progresses, with bridges and areas opening as you complete missions. Expect fast travel options such as taxis, and a map large enough that vehicles matter. If you want to prepare, learning Vice City’s layout from GTA: Vice City Stories or the original Vice City will not be accurate, because the new city is a completely redesigned, much larger version based on modern Miami.
Single-player length
Rockstar has not given a length for GTA 6’s story. GTA 5’s main story took around 30 to 35 hours, and Red Dead Redemption 2’s took around 50 hours. A two-protagonist story in a large new map suggests a campaign of at least 40 hours, with many more for side activities.
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