Rockstar reveals GTA VI’s expanded map and immersive systems

Rockstar reveals GTA VI’s expanded map and immersive systems

Rockstar Games disclosed that Grand Theft Auto VI will feature a larger, multi-region map called Leonida, with a narrative designed to guide players through diverse locations rather than serve as a mere backdrop. The company added that the fictional Florida-inspired setting will host dynamic weather, including tropical storms and hurricanes, and will be populated by more than 170 land, air and sea animal species, as well as highly varied non-player characters. Earlier disclosures highlighted the game's expanded weather system with localized rain and dynamic clouds, and confirmed the extensive wildlife roster, underscoring Rockstar's focus on creating a living, interactive world.

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October 03, 2026
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Rockstar says GTA 6’s new map will blend story and open-world exploration
Rockstar says GTA 6’s new map will blend story and open-world exploration

GameRant • 03 Oct 09:00

Rockstar Games explained that Grand Theft Auto VI will feature a larger, multi-region map called Leonida, with a narrative designed to guide players through diverse locations without turning the world into a mere backdrop.

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October 02, 2026
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Grand Theft Auto VI to Feature More Than 170 Animal Species
Grand Theft Auto VI to Feature More Than 170 Animal Species

Aftermath • 02 Oct 15:03

A preview indicates that Grand Theft Auto VI will include over 170 different animal species, surpassing the variety found in many wildlife-focused games.

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September 29, 2026
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Rockstar details new animal, weather and NPC systems for GTA 6
Rockstar details new animal, weather and NPC systems for GTA 6

Polygon.com • 29 Sep 20:08

Rockstar has disclosed that GTA 6 will feature over 170 animal species, an expanded dynamic weather system with hurricanes, and highly varied non-player characters.

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Rockstar says GTA VI will feature more than 170 animal species in its Florida-inspired setting
Rockstar says GTA VI will feature more than 170 animal species in its Florida-inspired setting

Game Informer • 29 Sep 17:23

Rockstar Games confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI's fictional state of Leonida will include over 170 land, air and sea animals, ranging from native Florida wildlife to invasive species.

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Rockstar says GTA VI will include dynamic tropical storms and hurricanes
Rockstar says GTA VI will include dynamic tropical storms and hurricanes

Game Informer • 29 Sep 17:17

Rockstar Games detailed the weather system for Grand Theft Auto VI, noting that the fictional Florida-inspired setting will feature dynamic clouds, localized rain, and larger tropical storms.

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