Change your Among Us name in the main menu before you join a game

Open Among Us and look at the main menu screen. On the left side, you will see a rectangular box with your current name displayed in it. Click or tap directly on that name box, and a text field will appear where you can type a new name. Type whatever name you want to use, then click outside the box or press Enter to save it. The next time you join a game, other players will see your new name in the lobby and during gameplay.

The name you set in the main menu is the one that appears to all other players. You do not need to change it again unless you want a different name for your next game. Among Us does not require you to use your real name, and you can change it as often as you like.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Among Us name is changed by clicking the name box on the main menu screen and typing a new name.
  • The name you set in the main menu is what other players see when you join a game lobby.
  • You can change your name before every game if you want—there is no limit to how often you can do it.
  • Your name change takes effect when ready and does not require restarting the game.
  • Among Us does not save a history of your past names; only your current name is stored.

Where the name box appears on each platform

On PC (Steam or Epic Games), the name box sits in the upper left area of the main menu, just below the Among Us logo. It is a white or light-colored rectangle with your current name inside it. Click it once to edit.

On mobile (iOS or Android), the name box is in the same position—upper left of the main menu screen. Tap it to open the text field. The keyboard will appear automatically so you can type your new name.

On Nintendo Switch, the name box is also in the upper left. Use the controller to highlight it and press A to edit. Type your new name using the on-screen keyboard or a connected keyboard if you have one.

What names are and are not allowed

Among Us does not block most names, but the game has a content filter that prevents certain words from appearing in chat or in player names. If you try to use a name that contains a blocked word, the game will either reject it or replace the word with symbols. You will see a message telling you the name was not accepted.

If your chosen name is rejected, try removing or replacing the word that triggered the filter. Names with numbers, spaces, and most special characters are usually accepted. Keep your name under 10 characters if possible, since very long names can be hard to read in the game lobby.

Changing your name mid-game or between rounds

You cannot change your name while you are in an active game. The name box is only available on the main menu screen, before you join a lobby or after a game ends and you return to the main menu.

If you want a different name for your next game, wait until the current game finishes and you are back at the main menu. Then click the name box, change your name, and join a new lobby. Other players in your next game will see the new name.

Why your name might not be showing up correctly

If you changed your name but other players still see your old name, the game may not have saved the change. Return to the main menu, click the name box again, and make sure your new name is actually displayed there. If it is not, type it again and wait a moment for it to save before joining a game.

On mobile, make sure you tapped outside the text field or pressed the keyboard's done button to confirm the change. On PC, pressing Enter or clicking elsewhere on the screen should save it. If the name still does not update, try closing and reopening the game.

Syncing your name across devices

Among Us does not automatically sync your name across different devices. If you play on both PC and mobile, you will need to set your name separately on each one. The name you set on your phone will not carry over to your computer, and vice versa.

If you want to use the same name on all your devices, you will have to manually type it into the name box on each platform. This is a limitation of how Among Us stores player data—it does not link names to an account across devices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use special characters or emojis in my Among Us name?

Most special characters are accepted, but emojis may not display correctly depending on your device and the game version. The content filter will block certain symbols and words. If your name is rejected, try using only letters, numbers, and basic punctuation like hyphens or underscores.

What happens to my old name if I change it?

Among Us does not keep a record of your previous names. Once you change your name, the old one is gone. Other players will only see your new name in future games. There is no way to revert to a past name through the game itself.

Do I need to restart Among Us for my name change to take effect?

No. Your name change takes effect when ready once you save it in the name box. You can join a new game lobby right away and other players will see your new name. Restarting the game is not necessary.

Can I have a different name for each game?

Yes. You can change your name in the main menu before joining any game. There is no limit to how often you can change it, so you can use a different name for each lobby if you want.

Why is my name appearing as symbols or asterisks?

The content filter is blocking one or more words in your name. Choose a different name without the flagged word. If you are not sure which word caused the problem, try a completely different name to test it.