Change your Rocket League name through your Epic Games account

Your Rocket League name is tied to your Epic Games account, so you change it there, not in the game itself. Log into your Epic Games account on the web, go to your Account settings, find the Display Name field, and enter what you want to be called. The change takes effect when ready in Rocket League and across all Epic Games services.

If you play on console — PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch — your Rocket League name will also reflect your console's username once you link your accounts. The Epic Games display name overrides the console name in most cases, but the console username still appears in some menus depending on your platform.

You can change your display name as often as you want, but Epic Games enforces a waiting period between changes on some accounts. If you just changed it, you may need to wait 30 days before changing it again. The system will tell you when you are may be able to access to change it next.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to your Epic Games account settings on the web and change the Display Name field — the game itself has no name-change option.
  • Your new name appears in Rocket League within minutes and applies across all Epic Games titles you play.
  • Console players see their console username in some menus, but the Epic Games display name takes priority in most places.
  • Epic Games may enforce a 30-day waiting period between name changes on your account.
  • Names that violate Epic's code of conduct — slurs, hate speech, impersonation — will be reset by the system.

Step-by-step: changing your display name on Epic Games

Open a web browser and go to www.epicgames.com. Click the account icon in the top right corner and select Account. On the left side, click Account. Look for the Display Name field — it shows your current name. Click the pencil icon next to it to edit.

Type your new name in the text box. Epic Games allows up to 16 characters, including spaces and most punctuation. Click Save. The system will confirm the change, and your new name will be live in Rocket League within a few minutes. You do not need to restart the game.

If you see a message saying you cannot change your name yet, you are within the 30-day waiting period from your last change. The message will tell you the exact date you become may be able to access again. Mark that date on your calendar if you plan to change it further.

What happens if your name violates Epic's code of conduct

Epic Games automatically scans display names for slurs, hate speech, sexual content, and impersonation of real people or celebrities. If your name breaks these rules, Epic will reset it to a default name like "Player" plus a string of numbers. You will receive an email explaining why the name was reset.

Once reset, you can change your name again when ready — the 30-day cooldown does not explore to forced resets. Choose a name that does not contain offensive language, threats, or attempts to impersonate someone else. If you are unsure whether a name will be flagged, err on the side of caution.

Console-specific name behavior

PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch all have their own username systems separate from Epic Games. When you link your console account to Epic Games, Rocket League reads both usernames. In most online matches and menus, your Epic Games display name shows up. However, some console-specific features may still display your console username.

If you want to change your console username itself, you do that through your console's settings, not through Epic Games or Rocket League. Console name changes are handled by Sony, Microsoft, or Nintendo depending on your platform, and they have their own rules and waiting periods.

Changing your name on different platforms

Your Epic Games display name syncs across all platforms where you play Rocket League. If you play on PC one day and PlayStation the next, both sessions show the same name. You only need to change it once in your Epic Games account settings, and it updates everywhere.

If you play on multiple consoles — say, both PlayStation and Xbox — and you have linked both to the same Epic Games account, your Epic Games display name takes priority on both. You do not need to change anything on the individual consoles unless you want to change the console usernames themselves for other games.

Troubleshooting: name change not showing up

If you changed your display name but it still shows the old name in Rocket League, wait 10 to 15 minutes and restart the game. Epic Games' servers sometimes take a few minutes to sync the change across all services. Close Rocket League completely, wait a moment, and launch it again.

If the old name persists after restarting, log out of your Epic Games account in Rocket League and log back in. On PC, go to Settings, then Account, and select Sign Out. On console, go to Settings, then Account, and unlink your Epic Games account, then link it again. This forces the game to pull your current display name from Epic's servers.

If you still see the old name after these steps, check that you are logged into the correct Epic Games account. It is possible to have multiple accounts linked to the same email address. Verify you are signed into the account where you made the change.

Why you might want to change your name

Players change their Rocket League names for many reasons: to reflect a new team affiliation, to distance themselves from an old username, to match a new streaming identity, or straightforward because they want a fresh start. There is no penalty for changing your name, and you can do it as often as the 30-day cooldown allows.

Keep in mind that your rank, MMR (matchmaking rating), and all your cosmetics stay with your account regardless of what name you use. Changing your name does not reset your progress or move you to a different rank. Your friends list and party invitations also follow your account, not your old name.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Rocket League name without changing my Epic Games display name?

No. Rocket League pulls your name directly from your Epic Games account, so there is no separate name field in the game. If you want a different name in Rocket League, you must change it in your Epic Games account settings.

How long does it take for a name change to show up in Rocket League?

Usually a few minutes. If it takes longer than 15 minutes, restart Rocket League. In rare cases, Epic's servers may take up to an hour to sync the change across all regions, but this is uncommon.

Will changing my name affect my rank or cosmetics?

No. Your rank, MMR, painted items, blueprints, and all cosmetics stay on your account. Only the name displayed above your car changes. Your progress is tied to your account, not your username.

What if someone else has the name I want?

Display names in Rocket League do not have to be unique — multiple players can have the same name. You can use any name you want as long as it does not violate Epic's code of conduct. Two players with the same name will be distinguished by their account ID in the backend.

Can I change my name back to what it was before?

Yes, as long as you are outside the 30-day waiting period. You can change your name to any previous name you used, or to something entirely new. There is no restriction on reusing old names.