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| GTA 5 (2013) | GTA 6 (2026) | |
|---|---|---|
| Setting | Los Santos & Blaine County (California) | Leonida (Florida), 6 regions |
| Main city size | Los Santos = 1× | Vice City ≈ 2× Los Santos Reported |
| Playable leads | 3 (Michael, Franklin, Trevor) | 2 (Jason & Lucia) |
| Wanted level | 5 stars | 6 stars Reported |
| Police on minimap | Yes | No, use Focus view Reported |
| Animations | ~55,000 | 600,000+ Reported |
| Launch price | $59.99 | $79.99 / $99.99 Rockstar |
| Online at launch | GTA Online two weeks later | Single-player only at launch Reported |
| Platforms at launch | PS3 & Xbox 360 | PS5 & Xbox Series X|S Rockstar |
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The map
GTA 5 had Los Santos and Blaine County. GTA 6 has six regions: a Miami-style city, island chains, a swamp, a Gulf coast town, farm country and a national park. Rockstar Vice City alone is reportedly about twice the size of Los Santos, and the whole of Leonida about three times Red Dead Redemption 2's map. Reported Full breakdown: GTA 6 map guide.
Two leads instead of three
GTA 5's three-way switch is now a duo. When Jason and Lucia are together the switch is instant; apart it takes a few seconds, like GTA 5. And there's something GTA 5 never had: a relationship system that shapes the story and the ending. Reported
Smarter police
Six stars instead of five. Hollow stars mean you haven't been identified, witnesses report crimes, and cops remember your face, clothes and car. Police are off the minimap; you spot them with Focus. Reported More in gameplay systems.
Brand-new systems
- A criminal profile alongside the wanted level. Petting dogs helps; pointless violence hurts.
- Body changes: muscle from the gym, weight from fast food and drinking.
- Choice-driven robberies: blow the safe fast, or find the combination carefully.
- Car trunks store weapons and clothes; a phone app scans parked cars for value.
A more alive world
Over 600,000 animations against GTA 5's ~55,000, over 170 animal species, localised weather, tropical storms and seasonal hurricanes. Reported See our animals guide.
Price and online
GTA 5 launched at $59.99; GTA 6 is $79.99 Standard, $99.99 Ultimate. Rockstar GTA Online arrived two weeks after GTA 5. GTA 6 launches as single-player only, with no microtransactions in single-player. Reported
Frequently asked questions
Is GTA 6 bigger than GTA 5?
Yes, reportedly much bigger. Vice City alone is reported to be about twice the size of Los Santos, and the whole map about three times Red Dead Redemption 2's.
How many playable characters does GTA 6 have?
Two, Jason and Lucia. GTA 5 had three: Michael, Franklin and Trevor.
Is GTA 6 more expensive than GTA 5?
Yes. GTA 5 launched at $59.99. GTA 6 is $79.99 Standard and $99.99 Ultimate.
Will GTA 6 have GTA Online?
Not at launch. GTA 6 launches as single-player. GTA Online arrived two weeks after GTA 5 launched.