Change your Arc Raiders player name through your Embark Studios account settings

To change your name in Arc Raiders, you log into your Embark Studios account on the web, navigate to your account settings, and update your display name there. The change takes effect the next time you launch the game. You cannot change your name directly from inside the game itself — the setting lives in your account dashboard, not in the game menu.

Arc Raiders is a free-to-play co-op shooter made by Embark Studios. Your player name is tied to your Embark account, which is the same login you use to start the game. Changing it in one place changes it everywhere you play Embark games.

Key Takeaways

  • Visit the Embark Studios website, log in with your account credentials, and go to account settings to find the display name field.
  • Your new name appears in Arc Raiders the next time you launch the game after making the change.
  • Display names can usually be changed once every 30 days, though Embark may adjust this limit.
  • If you cannot find the display name setting, make sure you are logged into the correct Embark account that owns your Arc Raiders progress.

Step-by-step: updating your display name

Go to the Embark Studios website at www.embark.games and click the login button in the top right corner. Enter the email address and password for the Embark account you use to play Arc Raiders. If you have two-factor authentication enabled, complete that step when prompted.

Once logged in, look for your account menu — usually a profile icon or your name in the top right corner of the page. Click it and select Account Settings or Profile Settings. Find the field labeled Display Name or Player Name. Clear the current name and type your new one. Click Save or Confirm to lock in the change.

Close the browser or log out, then launch Arc Raiders. Your new name will show in the game lobby and in-match. Other players will see the updated name when ready.

Name change limits and restrictions

Embark Studios typically allows you to change your display name once every 30 days. If you just changed your name recently, the system will tell you when you can change it again. This cooldown prevents players from switching names constantly to avoid reputation or hide from other players.

Display names cannot contain certain characters or phrases. Avoid special symbols beyond hyphens and underscores, numbers at the start of the name, or text that mimics official Embark or game staff titles. If the system rejects your name, try removing numbers, shortening it, or using a different spelling.

What to do if the setting does not appear

If you log into the Embark website but do not see a display name field in account settings, you may be logged into the wrong account. Arc Raiders progress is account-specific — if you created your Embark account through Steam, Epic Games, or another platform, make sure you are logging in through that same method, not with an email address.

Check which platform you used to first launch Arc Raiders. If you started the game through Steam, go to the Embark website and click Login with Steam instead of entering an email. The same applies for Epic Games, PlayStation Network, or Xbox accounts. Once you log in through the correct platform, the display name setting should appear.

Changing your name on console (PlayStation or Xbox)

If you play Arc Raiders on PlayStation or Xbox, the process is the same: log into the Embark Studios website through a web browser on any device, not through your console. Your console account is linked to your Embark account, but the name change happens on the Embark website, not in your console settings.

After you change your display name on the Embark website, quit Arc Raiders completely on your console. Restart the game and sign in again. Your new name will appear in the game.

Reverting to your old name

If you change your name and want to go back, you can do so after the 30-day cooldown expires. Return to account settings on the Embark website, click the display name field, and enter your previous name or a new one. The same 30-day limit applies, so plan ahead if you think you might want to switch again soon.

Embark does not keep a history of old names visible to other players, so changing back does not flag your account or draw attention. Your stats and progress stay the same no matter how many times you change your name.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my name affect my rank or progress?

No. Your rank, cosmetics, battle pass progress, and all in-game items stay exactly the same. Only the name displayed above your character and in the lobby changes. Your account ID and all linked progress remain unchanged.

Can I use special characters or spaces in my name?

Most special characters are blocked. Hyphens and underscores usually work, but symbols like @, #, or & typically do not. Spaces may or may not be allowed depending on Embark's current rules — if the system rejects your name with a space, try a hyphen or underscore instead.

What if someone else already has the name I want?

Arc Raiders allows multiple players to have the same display name, so you can use any name you want as long as it follows the content rules. You will not be blocked because another player has it.

How long does it take for my new name to show up?

The change takes effect the next time you launch Arc Raiders after saving it on the Embark website. If the old name still appears after restarting the game, try logging out of your Embark account on the website and logging back in to refresh the system.

Can I change my name if I am banned or suspended?

If your account is suspended or banned, you cannot log into the Embark website to change your name. The ban or suspension must be lifted first. Contact Embark Studios support if you believe your account was suspended in error.