Change your Dead by Daylight name in settings on any platform

Your Dead by Daylight username is set when you first create your account, but you can change it whenever you want through the game's settings menu. The process takes less than a minute and works the same way on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. You do not need to contact support or wait for approval — the change takes effect when ready.

The name you see in-game is tied to your platform account (Steam, Epic Games, PlayStation Network, or Xbox Live), so changing it there will also change how other players see you in Dead by Daylight. If you want a different name only within the game itself, that option does not exist — the game pulls your display name directly from your platform account.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Dead by Daylight name comes from your platform account (Steam, Epic Games, PlayStation Network, or Xbox Live) and changes there will show in-game when ready.
  • On PC through Steam, right-click your profile name in the top-left corner of the Steam client and select "Edit Profile" to change your display name.
  • On PlayStation, go to Settings > Users and Accounts > Other > Your Profile > Edit Profile and change your Online ID (this may cost money depending on how many times you have changed it).
  • On Xbox, open Settings > Account > Personalization > Gamertag and select "Change Gamertag" (the first change is free, then it costs money).
  • Changes show in Dead by Daylight within a few minutes, but you may need to restart the game to see your new name in your own profile.

Changing your name on Steam

If you play Dead by Daylight through Steam on PC, your in-game name is your Steam profile name. To change it, open the Steam client and look at the top-left corner where your current name appears. Right-click on your name and select "Edit Profile" from the menu that appears.

In your profile editor, find the "Profile Name" field near the top. Delete your current name and type in the new one you want. You can use letters, numbers, spaces, and most special characters. Click "Save Changes" when you are done. Your new name will show in Dead by Daylight within a few minutes, though you may need to restart the game to see it reflected in your own profile view.

Changing your name on PlayStation Network

On PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5, your Dead by Daylight name is your Online ID. To change it, go to Settings on your console, then select Users and Accounts. Choose "Other" and then "Your Profile." Select "Edit Profile" and find the Online ID field.

Your first Online ID change is free. After that, Sony charges money for each change — the cost varies by region. If you have already used your free change, you will see the price before you confirm. Once you complete the change, it will show in Dead by Daylight within a few minutes. You may need to restart the game or log out and back in to see the new name in your profile.

Changing your name on Xbox Live

On Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S, your Dead by Daylight name is your Gamertag. To change it, press the Xbox button on your controller to open the guide, then go to Settings > Account > Personalization > Gamertag. Select "Change Gamertag."

Your first Gamertag change is free. After that, Microsoft charges money for each additional change. You will see the cost before you confirm the change. Once you complete it, your new Gamertag will show in Dead by Daylight within a few minutes. Restart the game if your profile still shows the old name.

What happens to your old name

When you change your name, your old name becomes available for other players to use. Your account history, progression, perks, and cosmetics stay exactly the same — only the display name changes. Other players will see your new name in matches and on your profile, but your account itself does not change.

If you change your name frequently, other players may not recognize you, but there is no penalty for doing so. Dead by Daylight does not limit how often you can change your name through your platform account, though your platform (Steam, PlayStation, or Xbox) may charge money after your first free change.

If your name change is not showing in-game

If you changed your platform name but Dead by Daylight still shows your old name, restart the game completely. Close it entirely and reopen it — do not just return to the main menu. This forces the game to pull your current platform name from the server.

If the old name still appears after a restart, wait a few more minutes and try again. Platform name changes can take up to 15 minutes to sync across all games. If it has been longer than that and the name still has not updated, check that you actually saved your change on the platform side — sometimes the edit screen closes without saving if you navigate away too quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I have a different name in Dead by Daylight than on my platform account?

No. Dead by Daylight pulls your display name directly from Steam, Epic Games, PlayStation Network, or Xbox Live. You cannot set a separate name just for the game. If you want a different name in Dead by Daylight, you must change it on your platform account.

Does changing my name affect my rank or progression?

No. Your account, rank, bloodpoints, perks, and cosmetics all stay the same. Only your display name changes. Other players will see your new name, but everything tied to your account remains untouched.

How much does it cost to change my name?

Your first name change is free on PlayStation and Xbox. After that, Sony and Microsoft charge money for each additional change — the exact cost varies by region and changes over time. Steam does not charge for name changes. Check your platform's pricing before you confirm a change if it is not your first one.

How long does it take for my new name to show in Dead by Daylight?

Usually a few minutes. If it has not appeared after 5 minutes, restart Dead by Daylight completely. If it still has not shown after 15 minutes, the change may not have saved on your platform account — go back and check that you clicked save.

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

Yes, but you will have to pay for it if it is not your first change on PlayStation or Xbox. Your old name becomes available for other players to use once you change away from it, so someone else may have taken it. If they have, you will need to pick a different name.