GTA 6 is shaping up to be one of the biggest gaming releases of all time when it launches in 2025.

Even though we’re still at least a year away from its release, the excitement is already off the charts.

Of course, with Rockstar Games involved, delays are always a possibility, but fans can’t stop speculating about what the game has to offer.

One of the biggest talking points is the map.

Every GTA game has raised the bar with larger, more detailed maps, packed with activities that go far beyond the main storyline.

If the rumors are true, GTA 6’s map might set a new benchmark, possibly being the largest in the series.

How Big Could the GTA 6 Map Be?

Fans have been piecing together clues from leaks and the game’s teaser trailer to estimate the map size.

According to YouTube channel Dark Space, data from leaks suggests GTA 6’s map could be nearly twice as large as GTA V’s iconic Los Santos.

In a video titled “I made GTA 6 before GTA 6,” Dark Space compares a concept map with Los Santos.

They reveal that traveling from the southernmost to the northernmost points of this potential map takes nearly double the time it does in GTA V.

Dark Space also describes the new map as much more diverse, featuring a massive city, smaller cities, a large central lake, and swampy areas in the south.

While these details sound incredible, it’s important to remember that they are based on leaks and speculation.

Rockstar has yet to confirm the map size or layout.

What to Expect from GTA 6

If these predictions turn out to be true, GTA 6 could set records not just for sales and player numbers but also for its ambitious world design.

Rockstar has a history of creating immersive worlds, and with the advancements in gaming technology, GTA 6’s map could feel more alive than ever.

As of now, GTA 6 is expected to release in late 2025 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.

While a PC version hasn’t been officially announced, it’s likely to follow after the console release, as with previous titles.

Until Rockstar reveals more, all we can do is wait and imagine the possibilities.

With a larger, more dynamic map, GTA 6 could truly redefine open-world gaming.