GTA 6 Map: Return to Vice City
One of the most anticipated confirmations for Grand Theft Auto VI was the setting — and Rockstar delivered a fan-favorite: a return to Vice City, the fictional, Miami-inspired metropolis last seen in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City (2002).
Is GTA 6 Set in Vice City?
Yes. GTA 6 takes place in a modernized, expanded version of Vice City, located within the fictional state of Leonida — Rockstar’s stand-in for Florida. This marks the character’s full return after more than two decades away from the mainline series.
How Big Is the GTA 6 Map?
Rockstar hasn’t published exact map dimensions, but early trailer footage and industry reporting point to this being the largest and most detailed map in series history, encompassing not just the city itself but surrounding areas reminiscent of the Florida coastline, wetlands, and suburbs.
What’s Different From the Original Vice City?
Where the 2002 game leaned into an ’80s neon aesthetic, GTA 6’s Vice City is set in a modern-day, more grounded version of the same world — think contemporary Miami culture, architecture, and social dynamics rather than a retro throwback. Trailer footage has shown a mix of urban downtown areas, beaches, swampland, and rural stretches.
Why Vice City Was the Right Choice
Vice City has long been one of the most requested settings among longtime fans, thanks to its distinct atmosphere compared to GTA V’s Los Santos. Rockstar’s choice signals a deliberate tonal shift — swapping California car culture for Florida’s chaotic, sun-soaked crime scene.
Quick Facts Recap
- Setting: Vice City, in the fictional state of Leonida
- Inspiration: Modern-day Miami, Florida
- Map size: Reported as the largest in series history (not officially confirmed in exact figures)
- Tone: Modern and grounded, not a retro ’80s throwback