Change your Marvel Rivals username in the game settings or through your platform account

Your player name in Marvel Rivals is tied to your gaming platform account — either Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, or the NetEase launcher on PC. To change it, you go into your account settings on that platform, not inside the game itself. The exact steps depend on which platform you use, but the process takes about five minutes and takes effect when ready in Marvel Rivals and all your other games on that platform.

Keep in mind that most platforms limit how often you can change your name — usually once every 30 days, sometimes longer. Some platforms charge a small fee for the change after your first free rename. Plan ahead if you want a specific name, because popular usernames get claimed quickly.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Marvel Rivals name comes from your Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, or NetEase account, so you change it there, not in the game.
  • Steam lets you change your name when ready and as often as you want at no cost, but other players see the change with a delay.
  • PlayStation, Xbox, and NetEase each have their own rules about how often you can rename and whether it costs money.
  • The name change takes effect in Marvel Rivals within minutes, but you may need to restart the game to see it.
  • Avoid names with slurs, hate speech, or impersonation of real people or celebrities, as they can get you reported and banned.

How to change your name on Steam

Open Steam and click your profile picture in the top right corner. Select "Profile" from the dropdown menu. On your profile page, look for your current username and click "Edit Profile" in the top right. Find the "Profile Name" field — this is what other players see in Marvel Rivals — and type your new name. Click "Save Changes" at the bottom of the page.

Steam does not limit how often you can change your profile name, and it costs nothing. The change shows up in Marvel Rivals within a few minutes. Other players may see your old name for a short time because Steam caches names across its servers, but your own game will show the new name right away.

How to change your name on PlayStation

Go to your PlayStation account settings on the console or at account.playstation.com in a web browser. Sign in with your PlayStation Network account. Click "Profile" and then "Edit Profile." Find the "Online ID" field and enter your new username. PlayStation will check whether the name is available and whether it violates their code of conduct. If it passes, click "Change" to confirm.

PlayStation lets you change your Online ID once every 30 days. Your first change is free; after that, each change costs $9.99 USD (prices vary by region). The new name appears in Marvel Rivals within minutes. If you have trouble seeing the change, restart the game.

How to change your name on Xbox

Sign in to your Xbox account at account.xbox.com or go to Settings on your Xbox console. Select "Account" and then "Personalization." Click "Gamertag" and choose "Change Gamertag." Type your new name and check availability. Xbox will show you whether the name is taken or violates their community standards. If it is available, confirm the change and pay the fee if required.

Xbox charges $9.99 USD to change your Gamertag (prices vary by region), though you get one free change when you first create your account. You can change it as often as you want after paying the fee. The new name shows up in Marvel Rivals within a few minutes, though restarting the game speeds up the process.

How to change your name on NetEase (PC)

If you play Marvel Rivals on PC through the NetEase launcher in China or certain other regions, open the launcher and go to "Account Settings." Look for "Nickname" or "Player Name" and click "Edit." Type your new name and confirm the change. NetEase usually allows one free name change; additional changes may have restrictions or cost in-game currency.

The exact process and rules depend on your region and NetEase's current policies, which change periodically. If you cannot find the name change option, check the NetEase support page for your region or contact their customer service. The change takes effect in Marvel Rivals within minutes.

What happens if your chosen name is already taken

Each platform checks name availability before you confirm the change. If the name you want is already in use, the platform will tell you and ask you to choose a different one. You can add numbers, underscores, or hyphens to make a similar name unique — for example, "IronMan" might be taken, but "IronMan_42" or "Iron-Man" might be available.

Popular names get claimed fast, especially names of Marvel characters or famous players. If you see a name you want, try to claim it as soon as possible. If it is already taken and you really want it, you can check back periodically to see if the account that holds it becomes inactive, though this is rare.

Names that will get you reported or banned

Avoid usernames that include slurs, hate speech, or threats. Do not impersonate real people, celebrities, or professional esports players. Do not use names that are sexually explicit or that mock specific groups of people. Marvel Rivals and the platforms it runs on have automated systems that flag these names, and other players can report you for violating the code of conduct.

If your name is reported and reviewed, the platform may force you to change it and suspend your account. In serious cases, you could lose access to your account entirely. Choose a name you would be comfortable saying out loud to someone at school or work.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, but you have to follow the same rules as any other name change. On Steam, you can change it back when ready and for free. On PlayStation and Xbox, you have to wait 30 days between changes and pay the fee each time (except your first free change). On NetEase, the rules depend on your region.

Will my friends still see me in their friends list after I change my name?

Yes. Your account stays the same — only the display name changes. Your friends will see your new name in their friends list, in party chat, and in Marvel Rivals matches. They do not have to do anything on their end.

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

Usually within a few minutes. If you do not see the change after 10 minutes, restart Marvel Rivals completely — close it and open it again. If it still does not show after that, restart your console or PC. The delay is almost always just a cache issue that a restart fixes.

Can I change my name if I have been reported or suspended?

It depends on the reason for the suspension. If you were suspended for an offensive name, the platform may require you to change it before you can play again. If you were suspended for something else, you can still change your name, but it will not lift the suspension. Contact the platform's support team if you are unsure whether you can proceed.

What if I want to change my name but keep my progress and cosmetics?

Your progress, cosmetics, and battle pass rewards are all tied to your account, not your username. Changing your name does not affect any of that — you keep everything. Your rank, skins, and currency all stay with your account.