You can change your character's appearance, but not switch to a different character mid-game

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora lets you customize how your character looks at the start of the game and modify some features later, but you cannot delete your character and start over with a new one in the same save file. Once you create your Na'vi and begin playing, that character is locked to that save. If you want to play as a completely different character, you need to start a new game file.

The character customization happens during the initial creation screen before you enter Pandora. You choose your Na'vi's body type, facial features, skin color, markings, and hair. These choices shape how your character looks throughout the entire game, so the decision matters at the beginning.

Key Takeaways

  • Character appearance is set during initial creation and cannot be fully changed once you start playing.
  • You can modify some cosmetic details like hairstyle and body paint after creation, but major features like face shape and body type are permanent.
  • Starting a new game file is the only way to create and play as a different character.
  • Your original character and progress remain in the first save file if you create additional saves.

What you can customize during character creation

At the start of Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, you spend time in the character creation menu before entering the game world. You select your Na'vi's gender presentation, body build, skin tone, facial structure, eye color, and distinctive markings that Na'vi have across their bodies. You also choose hairstyle and add body paint patterns and colors.

This is your only chance to make these foundational choices. The game does not offer a way to return to this menu and redo your character's core appearance once you have left it and started playing. Take your time during creation if you want your character to look a specific way.

What you can change after starting the game

Once you are in the game world, your options for changing your character are limited. You can modify your hairstyle and body paint through customization menus you unlock as you progress. These cosmetic changes let you adjust your Na'vi's look without restarting, but they do not alter your character's face, body type, or fundamental appearance.

Think of it like changing clothes or getting a new haircut in real life—the change is visible and meaningful, but it is not a complete transformation. You stay the same character with the same core features.

How to start a new game with a different character

If you want to play as a completely different Na'vi, you create a new save file. On PlayStation, Xbox, or PC, go to your system's save management or the game's main menu and select the option to start a new game. This creates a separate save file where you can go through character creation again and build a different character from scratch.

Your original character and all progress in that save file remain untouched. You can switch between save files at any time, so you can have multiple characters across different saves and play whichever one you want. The game supports multiple save files, so there is no limit to how many characters you can create this way.

Why the game locks your character to one save

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora treats your character as part of your story in that save file. Your Na'vi's journey, relationships with other characters, and role in the world are tied to that specific save. Allowing mid-game character swaps would break the narrative continuity—other characters would not recognize you, your progress would not make sense, and the story would fall apart.

This design choice keeps the game's story and world consistent. Many single-player games with strong narratives work the same way: your character is permanent within a save file, but you can create new characters in new saves.

Tips for character creation before you start

Spend a few minutes experimenting with the sliders and options during character creation. Most games of this type let you preview your character from different angles before you confirm. Look at your Na'vi from the front, sides, and back to make sure you like how they look.

Remember that you will see this character from a first-person perspective most of the time while playing, so you will not see their face constantly. However, you will see them in cutscenes, reflections, and when the camera pulls back during certain moments. Choose features you will be happy with for the entire game.

If you are unsure about a choice, you can always create a second save file later and try a different character. There is no penalty for having multiple saves, and you can compare how different Na'vi look and feel to play.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my character's name after I create them?

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora does not have a traditional character name system where you type in a name. Your character is referred to by their role and relationships in the story rather than a custom name you choose. You cannot change this after creation because it is tied to the narrative.

If I start a new game, do I lose my first character?

No. Your first character and all progress remain in the original save file. Creating a new game file creates a separate save slot. You can switch between them from the main menu and play either character whenever you want.

Can I copy my first character's appearance to a new save?

The game does not have a feature to export or copy character appearances between saves. You have to recreate the look manually in character creation on the new save file by using the same sliders and options.

What happens to my progress if I want to change characters?

Your progress stays in the original save file. If you start a new game with a different character, you begin from the start with zero progress. Both saves exist separately, so you do not lose anything by creating a new one.