GTA 6: the map, activities and new features

Quick answer
The Extended Look reveals a huge, ultra-reactive world: a map reported at around three times Red Dead Redemption 2's, a six-star wanted level, improved NPC AI, an in-game social media feed, and a wealth of activities (golf, diving, kayaking, gym, parachuting…). Vice City has never looked so alive.
Beyond combat, the Extended Look mostly shows a huge, living world. Here are the features and map revealed. Full recap in our Extended Look breakdown.
A gigantic map
According to early analysis of the footage, the map is around three times the size of Red Dead Redemption 2's (treat it as an estimate: Rockstar gave no official figure). One visible new touch: the minimap shows buildings in 3D.
An ultra-reactive world
- A six-star wanted level (up from five).
- Improved NPC AI: the city reacts more believably to your actions.
- An in-game social media feed you can scroll (doomscrolling) from the phone.
A wealth of open-world activities
The Extended Look strings together pastimes and side content:
- Mini golf, kayaking, scuba diving, gym work, parachuting, a zoo visit…
- Plenty to fill Vice City and Leonida between jobs.
A photorealistic look
Photorealistic faces, very natural animations, and richly detailed locations: apartments, rooftop bars, dimly lit underground clubs.
Go further
- 🎮 What the Extended Look reveals about gameplay.
- 👥 Jason & Lucia: characters, romance and choices.
- The GTA 6 map hub and the full Extended Look recap.
FAQ
How big is the map?
Around three times RDR2's according to early analysis (an estimate, no official Rockstar figure).
Is there a six-star wanted level?
Yes, the Extended Look shows a wanted level up to six stars and improved NPC AI.
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