GTA 6 has not been released yet. This article is based on what Rockstar Games has revealed so far and will be updated when the game launches.
Can You Swim in GTA 6?
Short answer
Yes. Rockstar Games has shown swimming and scuba diving in its official GTA 6 footage, including diving with rays and dolphins off the coast of Leonida.
Swimming and diving in Leonida
Yes, you can swim in GTA 6. Rockstar Games showed swimming and scuba diving in its official GTA 6 footage, with rays and dolphins in the water around Leonida. GTA 6 comes out on Thursday 19 November 2026.
Water plays a big role in the game's world. Leonida is based on Florida, with beaches in Vice City, the island chain of the Leonida Keys and the swamps of Grassrivers. See all regions on our GTA 6 interactive map.
Other water activities
Rockstar has also shown jet skiing, and has revealed boats such as the Shitzu Squalo and the Crest Kayak.
Watch out for wildlife
Leonida has alligators. One famously walks into a convenience store in the first trailer. Whether they live in the water you can swim in has not been shown, but in a state inspired by Florida it would not be a surprise.
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in GTA 6?
Yes. Rockstar has shown swimming and scuba diving.
Is there scuba diving in GTA 6?
Yes. It was shown in Rockstar's official footage.
How long can you stay underwater?
Not known yet. See GTA 6 infinite oxygen for how earlier games handled it.
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