Is Carcer City in GTA 6 map? Possibilities explored

The GTA 6 map is expected to feature multiple major cities, and names like Vice City, Port Gellhorn, and Ambrosia have even been confirmed by Rockstar Games. That said, some believe that there might be a couple more, and Carcer City is one of the suspected locations. Long-term Rockstar fans may recognize it as the setting for an infamous title from the developer, but it has been referenced in a few Grand Theft Auto games too.

This might be a reason why there is speculation about its appearance in the upcoming title. With that said, let's explore the possibilities of Carcer City being in the GTA 6 map.

Note - This article is purely speculative and only reflects the writer's opinions and analysis.

What are the possibilities of Carcer City being a part of the GTA 6 map?

Carcer City was the setting of Rockstar Games' 2003 release - Manhunt. Interestingly, it has been referenced a couple of times in Grand Theft Auto's HD Universe titles. For those wondering, this is the universe in which GTA 4 and 5 are set, and likely GTA 6 will be too.

The police database in Grand Theft Auto 4, that can be accessed upon entering a cop car, lists some criminals hailing from Carcer City. During The Paleto Score mission in Grand Theft Auto 5 story mode, Michael De Santa recalls his first score taking place on the outskirts of Carcer City. Furthermore, the setting of Camhedz, an Arcade game in GTA Online (Grand Theft Auto 5's multiplayer), resembles Carcer City a bit.

These references confirm the existence of the location in Grand Theft Auto's HD Universe, and that may be why some are wondering about its inclusion in the GTA 6 map. Unfortunately, out of all the official promotional materials released so far, which includes the two trailers, GTA 6 screenshots, and website details, nothing hints even slightly at Carcer City.

Here's a look at Ambrosia, one of the official locations in the GTA 6 map (Image via Rockstar Games)

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It is also worth noting that Carcer City in Manhunt looked to be based on places like Detroit and Chicago. And since the GTA 6 map is set in Leonida (a fictional state likely based on Florida), the chances of Carcer City being a part of it seem to be pretty low at the moment.

Nevertheless, unless we get to know everything about the GTA 6 map, the possibilities cannot be ruled out completely, no matter how bleak they appear right now.

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Suyash is an Esports and Gaming journalist at Sportskeeda who specializes in Rockstar Games' GTA franchise. Suyash uses in-depth research and knowledge of his immense experience with the game series to ensure readers have access to the most reliable information. His insightful content pieces have raked in more than 5 million views in just a little over a year's time.

Suyash holds a B.Tech degree and ventured into the world of gaming at a young age through the Prince of Persia Sands of Time trilogy. However, upon encountering GTA Vice City’s 1980s aesthetic, music, and vintage cars, he became enamored with the game, leading him to explore the rest of the franchise.

Suyash prefers solo titles to multiplayer, especially ones with a well-crafted story and character arcs. He admires journalist Jason Schreier for the respect he commands in the industry and the reliability of his news pieces. To ensure the accuracy of his own pieces, he checks multiple reputable sources and insiders.

If he were to recommend a game to a skeptic, it would be Naughty Dog’s Uncharted series. When he’s not roaming the streets of Los Santos in GTA V, you can find him playing football, watching movies, or working out.

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Edited by Abu Amjad Khan