Map Legend & Icons
Navigate the vibrant world of Leonida with ease using our Grand Theft Auto VI map legend. Understand every icon to find missions, activities, businesses, and points of interest.
The map in Grand Theft Auto VI is your primary tool for navigating the sprawling state of Leonida. It's populated with several icons, each representing a different element of the game world. Familiarizing yourself with the map legend will sificantly enhance your exploration, allowing you to quickly locate missions, businesses, collectibles, and other important features.
General Map Icons:
- White Arrow: Your current location.
- Yellow Circle/Diamond: Main Story Mission objective. The specific shape might indicate a particular character's mission.
- White Dot: General waypoint you've set.
- Blue Dot: Safehouse or player-owned property.
- Green Dot: Ammu-Nation store.
- Orange Dot: Pay 'n' Spray (vehicle customization/repair).
- White 'P' Icon: Parking garage or vehicle storage.
- White 'H' Icon: Hospital.
- White 'S' Icon: Police Station.
Activity & Side Mission Icons:
| Icon | Description |
|---|---|
| ? | Strangers and Freaks / Side Mission giver. These are unique characters offering optional storylines. |
| Car Icon | Vehicle-related activity (e.g., car meets, races). |
| Gun Icon | Shooting range or combat-related activity. |
| Plane Icon | Flight school or aerial challenges. |
| Boat Icon | Boating school or water-based challenges. |
| Diamond Icon | Collectible location (e.g., Stunt Jumps, Hidden Packages). |
Business & Service Icons:
- Clothing Stores: Icons representing different clothing retailers (e.g., a shirt icon).
- Barbershops: Icons for hair salons.
- Tattoo Parlors: Icons for tattoo studios.
- Restaurants/Bars: Icons indicating places to eat or drink.
- Businesses for Purchase: Icons representing properties that can be bought, often with a dollar s or a building silhouette.
Online & Multiplayer Icons (If Applicable):
- Player Icons: Represent other players in online sessions.
- Mission Icons: Specific icons for GTA Online jobs and activities.
Minimap Icons:
The minimap in the corner of your screen will display a simplified version of these icons, along with:
- Red Dots: Hostile NPCs or police.
- Blue Dots: Friendly NPCs or allies.
- White Dots: General traffic.
Tips for Using the Map:
- Set Custom Waypoints: Use the map to set custom waypoints for navigation, especially for long distances or hard-to-find locations.
- Zoom and Pan: use the zoom and pan features to get a detailed view of specific areas.
- Check Legend Regularly: If you're unsure about an icon, bring up the full map and consult the legend.
A thorough understanding of the map legend is fundamental to efficiently exploring Leonida and engaging with all that Grand Theft Auto VI has to offer.