The Vercetti Estate, formerly known as Diaz's Mansion, is an important and well-known location in the fictional city of Vice City, the main setting of the 3D Universe games, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, and Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories. Its exact location is on the southern side of the Starfish Island in Vice City. It serves as the main headquarters of Tommy Vercetti and the Vercetti Gang during the events of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City.
The property formerly belonged to Ricardo Diaz and the Diaz Gang members. A location with similarities to the Vercetti Estate was spotted in the first Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer.
Description
The Vercetti Estate is a large, luxurious mansion that serves as a symbol of power and wealth within Vice City. Originally the residence of drug baron Ricardo Diaz, it became the primary headquarters and residence for Tommy Vercetti after he took over Diaz's criminal empire. The estate is a key location in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, functioning as a safe house and the central hub for the Vercetti Gang's operations.
Geography and Environment
The Vercetti Estate is situated on the southern side of Starfish Island, an affluent island located between the two main islands of Vice City.
Districts / Landmarks / Points of Interest
The estate itself is the primary landmark.
Population and Residents
The estate has been home to two major criminal figures and their organizations:
- Ricardo Diaz: The original owner of the mansion and leader of the Diaz Gang.
- Tommy Vercetti: The protagonist of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City. After killing Diaz, Tommy claimed the mansion as his own, establishing it as the headquarters for the Vercetti Gang. The character left an indelible mark on the series and was voiced by the late Ray Liotta.
Events in Grand Theft Auto VI
The first official trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI featured a brief glimpse of a mansion that bears a striking resemblance to the Vercetti Estate.
Theories range from its inclusion as a nostalgic Easter egg or a tribute to the legacy of Vice City, to speculation that it may be integrated as a significant plot element in the new game's storyline. It is not yet confirmed how, or if, the mansion will be officially featured in the game.
