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Swimming and Diving - Version 13 vs Version 14
Sep 23, 2026, 07:55 AM
Removed an unrelated image that did not match the article; added an image of scuba divers with a sea turtle; moved the image of boats and jet skis to the section it illustrates
Sep 23, 2026, 09:28 AM
Removed diving features transplanted from an earlier game (completion requirement, shipwrecks, caves, loot, photography, oxygen management) and aligned the marine species note with the Wildlife page
11Overview22Swimming and diving are gameplay activities in Grand Theft Auto VI that allow players to explore both surface waters and underwater environments across the state of Leonida. Given the game's Florida-inspired setting, with its extensive coastline, island chains, and freshwater bodies, aquatic exploration plays a prominent role. Scuba diving has been confirmed as an optional activity that contributes to 100% game completion.3+Swimming and diving are gameplay activities in Grand Theft Auto VI that allow players to explore both surface waters and underwater environments across the state of Leonida. Given the game's Florida-inspired setting, with its extensive coastline, island chains, and freshwater bodies, aquatic exploration plays a prominent role.44Surface Swimming66Players can swim in Leonida's oceans, rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water. Swimming is among the free-roam activities shown in the Extended Look's activity montage. Both Jason and Lucia are capable swimmers, and water is encountered frequently throughout the game world due to Leonida's geography.88Notable swimming areas include the beaches of Ocean Beach, the waters surrounding the Leonida Keys, Lake Leonida in the state's interior, and the rivers flowing through natural areas. The warm, clear waters of the Keys and coastal areas provide visibility underwater, while inland bodies of water may offer murkier conditions.1111Scuba Diving1313Scuba diving is confirmed, and it also appears in the Extended Look's activity montage. An official Rockstar screenshot shows two divers, fully equipped with scuba gear, swimming near a coral reef alongside a sea turtle in the Leonida Keys area. The screenshot confirms that underwater exploration features detailed reef environments and marine life.1515Diving allows players to explore underwater environments including coral reefs, shipwrecks, and submerged caves. While diving, players can search for hidden loot, complete underwater missions or photograph marine wildlife. Oxygen management and underwater hazards are part of the gameplay mechanics requiring players to monitor their air supply and be aware of potential dangers below the surface.16+Rockstar has not described what divers can do underwater beyond the reef, sea turtle and fish shown in official screenshots.1717Diving Features1919FeatureDescriptionCoral ReefsDetailed reef environments with marine life; confirmed in official screenshot near the Leonida KeysShipwrecksSunken vessels that can be explored for loot and story contentSubmerged CavesUnderwater cave systems offering hidden exploration areasHidden LootCollectibles and valuables scattered across underwater locationsUnderwater MissionsObjectives that require diving to specific underwater locationsWildlife PhotographyPlayers can photograph marine animals encountered while divingOxygen ManagementAir supply must be monitored during dives; running out of oxygen is hazardous20+FeatureDescriptionCoral ReefsDetailed reef environments with marine life; confirmed in official screenshot near the Leonida Keys2121Marine Life2222The waters of Leonida are home to a variety of marine species. A sea turtle has been confirmed swimming near the coral reefs in official screenshots. Official screenshots also show eels, coral formations and schools of tropical fish. Species found in the real Florida Keys and the Gulf of Mexico, such as rays, sharks and dolphins, would suit the setting, but only the species shown in official material are confirmed.23+The waters of Leonida are home to a variety of marine species. A sea turtle has been confirmed swimming near the coral reefs in official screenshots. Official screenshots also show eels, coral formations and schools of tropical fish. Sharks and a pod of dolphins have also been identified in Trailer 1 (see Wildlife); Rockstar has not published a list of marine species.2424Marine wildlife appears to exist in the game world as part of the environment rather than purely as decorative elements. The photography mechanic suggests players can interact with these creatures in meaningful ways, and certain underwater hazards may include aggressive marine animals.27-Completion Requirement29-Scuba diving is listed as an optional activity required for 100% game completion. It is not time-sensitive and can be completed at any point, including after the main storyline. This positions diving as a significant side activity rather than a one-off mission element, suggesting multiple dive sites or objectives spread across Leonida's waters.31-Trivia3327The real Florida Keys are home to the Florida Reef, the only living coral barrier reef in the continental United States, providing the inspiration for GTA VI's underwater reef environments.Key Largo, the real-world inspiration for Key Lento, is known as the diving capital of the world, making the Leonida Keys a natural focus for diving activities.The sea turtle visible in the official diving screenshot is one of several species confirmed to appear in GTA VI's marine ecosystem.