You Don't Like Your Fortnite Name? We've All Been There (Especially After That Spicy Ramen Incident)
Let's face it, folks. We've all chosen usernames in the past that make us cringe harder than a jumpscare in a horror movie. Maybe it was inspired by your love for breakfast cereal at age 12 (looking at you, "CaptainCrunchMaster69"). Perhaps it was a result of an unfortunate autocorrect incident (RIP "PrincessSparkles" who somehow became "StinkyPickle").
Whatever the reason, you're here now, desperately wanting to shed your shameful username like a loot llama sheds ... well, loot. But here's the thing: Epic Games holds the keys to the name-changing vault.
OR DO THEY?
Fear not, fellow Fortniters! While you can't exactly bypass Epic Games altogether, there are ways to craft a new online persona without needing their immediate intervention.
The Great Alias Shuffle: Console Contenders vs PC Paladins
Hold your horses, there, Maverick! The path to a new name depends on your platform of choice.
For the Console Crew:
Ah, the PlayStation Soldiers, the Xbox Elite, the Switch Squad. Listen up, your name destiny lies with your console overlords. Head over to your console's account management settings and see if you can unleash your inner wordsmith. Just remember, some console name changes might come with a price (looking at you, Sony with your fancy PlayStation Plus subscription).
For the PC Platoon:
Rejoice, keyboard warriors! You can actually change your Epic Games display name directly through their website. But here's the catch (there's always a catch, isn't there?): you can only do it once every two weeks. So choose wisely, and maybe avoid names inspired by that questionable burrito you had last night.
But Wait, There's More!
While you can't directly change your Fortnite name without Epic Games, you can always...
- Embrace the Anonymous Life: Did you know you can hide your display name during gameplay on PC and some consoles? That way, only your teammates will be subjected to your questionable username.
- Craft a Clever Clan Name: Squad up with your buddies and create a legendary clan name that strikes fear into the hearts of your opponents. "The Salty Spatulas" anyone?
- Become a Legend: Dominate the battlefield, win countless Victory Royales, and your old name will become a distant memory. They'll only remember you by your mythic status! (Okay, this one might require a little bit more effort).
FAQ: Name Not Your Game?
Q: How to change my Fortnite name on Playstation?
A: Head over to your PlayStation account management settings and update your username.
Q: How to change my Fortnite name on Xbox?
A: Similar to Playstation, you can edit your username through your Xbox account settings.
Q: How to change my Fortnite name on PC without waiting two weeks?
A: Unfortunately, you can only change your Epic Games display name (which shows up in Fortnite) every two weeks.
Q: How to hide my display name in Fortnite?
A: On PC and some consoles, you can enable an option to hide your display name during gameplay.
Q: How to become a legend and forget about my embarrassing username altogether?
A: Practice, perseverance, and maybe a whole lot of building. Good luck!
