GTA 6 Wiki: Release Date, Characters, Map & Gameplay
GTA 6, officially titled Grand Theft Auto VI, is Rockstar Games' next major entry in the Grand Theft Auto series. The game is currently scheduled to launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
After years of anticipation, Rockstar has gradually revealed more about the game's characters, setting and gameplay. Here's what we know so far.
Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Developer | Rockstar Games |
| Publisher | Take-Two Interactive |
| Release Date | November 19, 2026 |
| Platforms | PS5, Xbox Series X|S |
| Main Characters | Jason Duval & Lucia Caminos |
| Setting | Leonida |
| Main City | Vice City |
๐ด Where Is GTA 6 Set?
GTA 6 takes place in the fictional state of Leonida, Rockstar's version of Florida.
The most recognizable location is Vice City, which returns to the series after first appearing as the setting of 2002's Grand Theft Auto: Vice City.
But GTA 6 isn't limited to the city.
Rockstar has shown beaches, highways, rural areas, small towns and other parts of Leonida, making the world considerably broader than simply returning to Vice City.
๐ฅ Who Are Jason and Lucia?
GTA 6 follows two central protagonists:
Jason Duval
and
Lucia Caminos
The pair are criminals whose relationship sits at the center of the story.
Rockstar describes their situation as a crime story that expands across Leonida after a job goes wrong.
Lucia is particularly notable because she is the first female protagonist in a mainline modern GTA game.
Their relationship also gives GTA 6 a different dynamic from GTA V, which followed Michael, Franklin and Trevor.
๐ฎ What Do We Know About Gameplay?
Rockstar has shown GTA 6 as a large open-world action game featuring:
- Driving
- Shooting
- Heists
- Stealth
- Swimming
- Boats
- Aircraft
- Wildlife
- Crowded cities
- Rural environments
- Character switching
The upcoming GTA 6: An Extended Look also gives players a deeper look at the actual game, rather than another short cinematic trailer.
๐บ๏ธ How Big Is the GTA 6 Map?
Rockstar has not published an official measurement for the complete map.
What is confirmed is that the game takes place across the larger state of Leonida, with Vice City forming one of its major locations.
There are also multiple distinct environments beyond the main city.
That means it's better to think of GTA 6 as a Leonida map with Vice City at its center, rather than simply "the new Vice City."
๐ป Is GTA 6 Coming to PC?
A PC version is widely expected, but Rockstar has not announced a PC release date.
The confirmed launch platforms are:
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X
- Xbox Series S
Any specific PC release date currently circulating should therefore be treated as speculation until Rockstar confirms it.
๐ When Does GTA 6 Release?
GTA 6 is currently scheduled for:
November 19, 2026
The date applies to the confirmed PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions. Rockstar has already opened pre-orders for the game.
After multiple changes to the release schedule, the November date is now the one Rockstar and Take-Two are publicly using.
๐ฅ Why GTA 6 Is Such a Big Deal
GTA V released in 2013.
That means GTA 6 arrives 13 years after its predecessor.
The wait alone has turned the game into one of the biggest entertainment releases in years.
But the interest isn't only about the name.
Rockstar is building a completely new version of Vice City, introducing a new protagonist duo and expanding the world into the wider Leonida region.
The game is also launching exclusively on current-generation consoles, allowing Rockstar to build around newer hardware.
FAQ
Is GTA 6 coming in 2026?
Yes. The current official release date is November 19, 2026.
Who are the GTA 6 protagonists?
The two main protagonists are Jason Duval and Lucia Caminos.
Where does GTA 6 take place?
GTA 6 is set in the fictional state of Leonida, including Vice City.
Will GTA 6 be on PS5?
Yes. PS5 is a confirmed launch platform.
Will GTA 6 be on Xbox Series S?
Yes. Xbox Series X|S is confirmed.
Is GTA 6 coming to PC?
A PC version has not been officially announced yet.
