Change your Rocket League name through your Epic Games account

Your Rocket League username is tied to your Epic Games account, not to the game itself. To change it, you log into Epic Games online, find your account settings, and update the display name there. The change takes effect in Rocket League within a few minutes. You do not need to restart the game or contact support — the system updates automatically.

The process is the same whether you play on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch. Your new name will appear to all other players in matches, in your profile, and on leaderboards. If you have changed your name before, Epic Games may require you to wait a set number of days before changing it again, though this waiting period is not always enforced.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to www.epicgames.com, sign in with your account, and navigate to Account Settings to change your display name.
  • Your new name appears in Rocket League within minutes and is visible to all players across all platforms.
  • Epic Games sometimes enforces a waiting period between name changes, so you may not be able to change it again when ready.
  • If your account is linked to PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo, those platforms do not control your Rocket League name — only your Epic Games display name does.

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. You will land on your account overview page. On the left side menu, click Account Settings.

Look for the field labeled Display Name. Click into it and type your new name. Epic Games allows letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. Your name must be between 3 and 16 characters. Once you have entered it, click Save. The system will confirm the change, and you are done. Return to Rocket League and your new name will be live.

If you see a message saying you cannot change your name yet, Epic Games is enforcing its waiting period. This typically lasts 30 days from your last name change, though the exact duration can vary. You will need to wait until that period expires before trying again.

What happens if your desired name is already taken

Epic Games allows multiple players to have the same display name. Unlike some games, Rocket League does not require unique usernames — two players can both be named "Shadow" or "Phoenix" without conflict. The system distinguishes between players using a unique account ID behind the scenes, so duplicate names do not cause problems in matches or on leaderboards.

If you want a name that another player is using, you can still take it. There is no reservation system, and the name will not be blocked. Both of you will appear with the same display name in the game, though your account IDs remain separate.

Changing your name on console accounts linked to Epic Games

If you play Rocket League on PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch, your console account may be linked to your Epic Games account. Your Rocket League name comes from your Epic Games display name, not from your console username. Changing your PlayStation Network name, Xbox Gamertag, or Nintendo Switch profile name will not change your Rocket League name.

To change your Rocket League name on console, you must still go through Epic Games online. Log into www.epicgames.com on a computer or phone, update your display name in Account Settings, and the change will sync to your console version of Rocket League. You do not need to unlink or relink your accounts.

If your name change is not showing up in the game

After you change your display name on Epic Games, Rocket League usually updates within a few minutes. If your new name is not appearing after 10 minutes, try closing Rocket League completely and reopening it. This forces the game to refresh your account information from Epic Games servers.

If the name still does not appear after restarting, log out of your Epic Games account within Rocket League and log back in. On PC, go to the main menu, select your account icon, and choose Sign Out. Then sign back in. On console, you may need to restart the entire process. After these steps, your new name should display correctly.

Name change restrictions and rules

Epic Games does not allow names that contain profanity, slurs, or hateful language. If your chosen name violates their code of conduct, the system will reject it and ask you to choose another. Names that impersonate Epic Games staff or famous public figures may also be rejected, though the enforcement of this rule is inconsistent.

Your display name can include spaces, but Epic Games will remove leading or trailing spaces automatically. Special characters like @, #, or ! are not allowed. If you try to use them, the system will tell you the name is invalid and will not let you save it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my name affect my rank or my items?

No. Your rank, cosmetics, and all progress stay with your account. Only your display name changes. Other players will see your new name in matches, but your MMR and inventory are unaffected.

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

Yes, but you may have to wait for the cooldown period to expire first. If Epic Games enforces a 30-day waiting period, you cannot change your name again until that time has passed. After the period ends, you can change it back or to something else.

What if I forgot my Epic Games password?

Go to www.epicgames.com and click Sign In. Select Forgot Password and enter your email address. Epic Games will send you a reset link. Click it, create a new password, and you can then log in and change your display name.

Does my Rocket League name have to match my Steam or Discord name?

No. Your Rocket League name is independent of Steam, Discord, or any other platform. You can have a different name on each service. Only your Epic Games display name controls what appears in Rocket League.

How often can I change my name?

Epic Games typically allows one name change every 30 days, though this waiting period is not always enforced on every account. If you can change your name when ready after doing so, you may have no cooldown. If you see a message blocking the change, you will need to wait until the period expires.