This Fan Recreated GTA 6’s Setting IRL – And the Details Are Uncanny

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When Virtual and Reality Collide

While most fans are content watching GTA 6 trailers on loop, one dedicated player took their obsession to the next level. Reddit user TravelToLeonida recently shared an impressive photo series comparing locations from Jason’s trailer scenes to their real-life Florida counterparts – and the attention to detail will shock you.

GTA 6's Map Is Bigger Than Anyone Imagined
This Fan Recreated GTA 6’s Setting IRL – And the Details Are Uncanny

A Frame-by-Frame Recreation

Armed with screenshots from the trailer and Google Maps coordinates, the fan-turned-detective captured:

  • The Rustic Motel: Matching the same cracked pavement and pastel paint from the trailer
  • Convenience Store: Complete with identical gas pump placement and awning
  • Waterfront Shacks: Even the boat docks line up perfectly
  • Roadside Vegetation: Same palm tree varieties and tropical bushes

The side-by-side comparisons reveal Rockstar‘s painstaking commitment to authenticity. As the photographer noted: “The only difference is the trailer has better lighting than my iPhone could capture.”

I recreated the surrounding area near Jason’s house in Far Cry 5 Arcade on PS5.
byu/Fresh-War5908 inGTA6

Why This Matters

These real-world comparisons highlight:

  1. Rockstar’s Obsessive Research – They’re not just recreating Florida, they’re perfecting it
  2. Next-Level Environmental Storytelling – Every cracked sidewalk tells a story
  3. The Power of Nostalgia – Longtime fans recognize Vice City’s roots
  4. Photorealism Potential – How close can games get to reality?

One game developer commented: “This is why Rockstar’s worlds feel alive – they start with reality, then enhance it.”

Florida’s Mixed Reactions

Locals are noticing the attention too:

  • Some businesses are thrilled to be immortalized
  • Others worry about unwanted attention
  • Many can’t believe how accurate small details are

A gas station clerk featured in the photos joked: “Guess I need to prepare for fans taking selfies where Jason stood.”

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Try This Yourself

For fans wanting to explore further:

  • Cross-reference trailer frames with Google Street View
  • Look for distinctive architectural features
  • Note vegetation patterns and road markings
  • Watch for seasonal differences (trailer vs. your photos)

As we count down to 2025, these real-world connections make the wait even more exciting. Who knows – maybe you’ll discover the next iconic location before anyone else.

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