One of the biggest reasons why GTA 6 is among the most anticipated games ever is the new map. Based on official trailers and early leaks, the game will take place in Leonida, a fictional version of Florida, with the long-awaited return to Vice City.
Vice City Returns – But Modernized
The trailer from December 2023 revealed the familiar Vice City atmosphere, but with a modern twist:
- Smartphones
- Viral videos
- Influencers and social media
- Massive highways and traffic systems
Vice City is now just one part of a much larger region — Leonida.
How Big Is the Map, Really?
According to early leaks (notably from GitHub and test builds), Leonida could be:
- Over twice the size of GTA V’s map
- Featuring rural areas, swamps, beaches, and multiple cities beyond Vice City
- For the first time in GTA — urban wildlife may appear
An Interactive, Living World
The game is rumored to use an advanced AI system for NPCs and dynamic world behavior:
- Citizens filming events with phones
- Police reacting to viral clips and online activity
- Environments evolving in real time
Leaked Locations Mentioned:
- Port Gellhorn (new city)
- Redhill Forest
- The Keys (inspired by the Florida Keys)
- Lake Leonida – a large inland lake
- Highways with toll booths – a franchise first
Conclusion
GTA 6’s map won’t just be the biggest ever — it may be the most detailed and dynamic open world in Rockstar’s history. If the leaks are accurate, we’re getting a massive, diverse region that makes Vice City only the beginning.
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