The fastest way to change your name on The Finals

You change your name on The Finals through the game's settings menu, not through a website or support ticket. Open the game, go to Settings, select Account, then Display Name, and type your new name. The change takes effect when ready in your profile and in-game.

The name you see in the settings menu is the one other players see when you play. If you play on console (PlayStation or Xbox), your in-game name is separate from your console account name — changing one does not change the other. If you play on PC through Steam, your display name in The Finals is also separate from your Steam username.

There is no cooldown between name changes, so you can change it as often as you want. The game does not charge money for name changes, and there is no limit to how many times you can do it.

Key Takeaways

  • Your display name in The Finals is changed through Settings > Account > Display Name, and the change is when ready.
  • Your in-game name is separate from your console account name or Steam username, so changing one does not affect the other.
  • You can change your name as many times as you want with no cooldown period or cost.
  • If you cannot find the Display Name option, make sure you are logged into your Embark account (the account that runs The Finals).
  • Name changes do not affect your rank, progress, or cosmetics — everything stays with your account.

Where to find the Display Name setting on each platform

On PC: Launch The Finals, select your profile icon in the top right corner of the main menu, go to Settings, then Account, then Display Name. Type your new name and confirm.

On PlayStation: Start The Finals, go to Settings (the gear icon), select Account, then Display Name. Enter your new name and save. Your PlayStation Network name stays the same — only your in-game name changes.

On Xbox: Open The Finals, navigate to Settings, choose Account, then Display Name. Type your new name and confirm. Your Xbox gamertag remains unchanged; this only affects how you appear in The Finals.

What happens to your old name and account history

Your rank, cosmetics, battle pass progress, and all unlocked items stay with your account when you change your name. The change is purely cosmetic and does not reset or affect any of your progress.

Other players will see your new name when ready in matches and on leaderboards. Your old name does not appear anywhere once the change is saved. If you change your name again later, the previous name is replaced — you cannot revert to an old name through a settings menu, though you can always type it in again manually if you want to use it.

Name restrictions and what you cannot use

The Finals does not allow names that contain profanity, slurs, or hate speech. The game also blocks names that impersonate Embark Studios staff or other well-known players. If you try to save a name that violates these rules, the game will reject it and ask you to choose a different one.

Names can be up to 16 characters long. Spaces and most special characters are allowed, though the game filters out a small number of symbols. If your chosen name is rejected and you are not sure why, try removing special characters or shortening it.

Troubleshooting: why the Display Name option might not appear

If you cannot find the Display Name setting, the most common reason is that you are not logged into your Embark account. The Finals requires an Embark account to play, separate from your Steam, PlayStation, or Xbox account. Check that you are signed in by looking at your profile icon — it should show your Embark username.

If you are logged in and still cannot see the option, try closing the game completely and reopening it. Sometimes the settings menu does not load fully on the first try. If the problem persists, check that your account is not restricted or suspended — a suspended account cannot change its display name.

Changing your name does not change your account ID

Behind the scenes, The Finals tracks you by an account ID number, not by your display name. This means friends can still find you by your account ID even if you change your name multiple times. Your friends list, match history, and stats all stay connected to your account regardless of what name you display.

If someone has you added as a friend, they will see your new name the next time they log in. You do not need to re-add them or send new friend requests after a name change.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes. There is no cooldown or limit on name changes, so you can type in your old name whenever you want. The game does not keep a history of your previous names, but you can manually enter any name you have used before.

Will my friends still see me after I change my name?

Yes. Your friends list is tied to your account ID, not your display name. They will see your new name the next time they log in, and you will still appear on their friends list.

Does changing my name reset my rank or progress?

No. Your rank, cosmetics, battle pass progress, and all unlocked items stay exactly the same. A name change is cosmetic only and does not affect your account in any other way.

What if the name I want is already taken?

The Finals allows multiple players to have the same display name, so you can use any name you want even if someone else is already using it. The game distinguishes players by account ID, not by unique names.

Can I use special characters or spaces in my name?

Most special characters and spaces are allowed, though the game filters out a small number of symbols. If your chosen name is rejected, try removing special characters or using underscores instead of spaces.