FAQ: GTA 6 Vice City Map Leaks Reveal Massive Scale, Verticality, and Dynamic Weather Events

Where did the GTA 6 Vice City map leaks come from?
The leaks are traced to a 2025 data breach at Rockstar Games. High-resolution satellite images and map data were posted on forums in Spring 2025, with analysis spreading across YouTube and Reddit through the rest of the year.
How big is the GTA 6 map according to the leaks?
The leaked data suggests the full explorable map is approximately 40% larger than the combined worlds of GTA 5, spanning multiple islands connected by bridges, urban districts, and Everglades-like swamplands.
What new features do the leaks suggest for Vice City?
Key features hinted at include verticality (rooftop parks, subway tunnels, submerged wrecks), dynamic weather events (hurricanes reshaping coastlines), and a procedural element where roads and city blocks change after major storms.
Has Rockstar Games confirmed the leaks?
No. Rockstar has not officially commented on the leaked materials. The publisher reportedly engaged legal representatives in early 2026, issuing takedown requests to sites hosting the images.
When does GTA 6 come out?
GTA 6 is officially confirmed for November 19, 2026, launching on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. Rockstar has confirmed marketing will begin in Summer 2026.