The quickest way to change your Epic username on PS4

You cannot change your Epic Games username directly through your PlayStation 4. Instead, you change it on the Epic Games website, and the new name appears on your PS4 the next time you launch a game that uses your Epic account — usually within a few minutes. The process takes about two minutes and requires only your Epic Games password.

Go to www.epicgames.com, sign in with the account linked to your PS4, click your account name in the top right corner, select Account, then click General. Find the Display Name field, enter your new username, and click Save. Your PS4 will show the updated name the next time you load a game that connects to Epic.

Key Takeaways

  • Epic usernames are changed on the Epic Games website, not on your PlayStation 4 itself.
  • You need to know your current Epic Games password to change your display name.
  • The new username appears on your PS4 within minutes after you save it on the website.
  • Your PlayStation Network name and your Epic Games name are separate — changing one does not change the other.
  • If your account is linked to a PlayStation Network account, you may see either name depending on which game you are playing.

Before you start: what you need

Have your Epic Games password ready. You will need it to sign in to your account on the Epic website. If you have forgotten your password, you can reset it using the email address tied to your Epic account — Epic will send you a reset link, and you can create a new password before you change your display name.

Make sure you know which email address is connected to your Epic account. If you created your Epic account through PlayStation Network, your PSN email is the one linked to Epic. If you created it separately, it is the email you used when you signed up.

Step-by-step: changing your display name on the Epic website

Step 1: Open a web browser on any device and go to www.epicgames.com. Click the Sign In button in the top right corner.

Step 2: Enter the email address and password for your Epic Games account. If you have two-factor authentication turned on, you will need to enter a code from your authenticator app or email after you enter your password.

Step 3: Once you are signed in, click your account name or avatar in the top right corner. A dropdown menu will appear. Click Account.

Step 4: On the left side of the page, click General. You will see your account settings, including a field labeled Display Name.

Step 5: Click inside the Display Name field and delete your current username. Type your new username. Epic will show you whether the name is available as you type — if a name is taken, Epic displays a message saying so.

Step 6: Click the Save button. Epic will confirm that your display name has been changed.

When the new name appears on your PS4

Your PlayStation 4 will not show the new name when ready. The next time you launch a game that uses your Epic account — such as Fortnite, Rocket League, or Fall Guys — your PS4 will sync with Epic's servers and pull down your updated display name. This usually happens within a few minutes of launching the game.

If you do not see the new name after launching a game, try signing out of your PSN account on your PS4 and signing back in. Go to Settings > Users and Accounts > Other > Sign Out, then sign back in with your PSN credentials. The next time you open an Epic game, your new username should appear.

Restrictions on Epic usernames

Epic Games has rules about what characters and words you can use in a display name. Your username must be between 3 and 16 characters long and can include letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. You cannot use spaces, and Epic blocks certain words that violate its code of conduct.

If you try to save a username and Epic rejects it, the website will tell you why — usually because the name is already taken, contains blocked words, or does not meet the length requirement. Try a different name and click Save again.

Your Epic name versus your PlayStation Network name

Your Epic Games display name and your PlayStation Network name are two separate things. Changing your Epic name does not change your PSN name, and changing your PSN name does not change your Epic name. On your PS4, you may see either name depending on which game you are playing and how that game is configured.

In Fortnite, for example, you will see your Epic display name because Fortnite pulls that name from your Epic account. In other games, you might see your PSN name. If you want both names to match, you will need to change them separately — your Epic name through the Epic website (as described above) and your PSN name through your PlayStation 4 settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often can I change my Epic username?

Epic allows you to change your display name as often as you want. There is no waiting period between changes. However, if you change your name multiple times in a short period, Epic may flag your account for review to make sure you are not trying to evade a ban or impersonate someone else.

Will changing my Epic username affect my Fortnite progress or V-Bucks?

No. Your display name is just what other players see. Your account, your progress, your cosmetics, and your V-Bucks all stay the same. Only the name changes.

What if I cannot sign in to the Epic website?

If you have forgotten your password, click Forgot Password on the Epic sign-in page. Epic will send a reset link to the email address tied to your account. If you do not receive an email, check your spam folder or make sure you are using the correct email address.

Can I change my username if my Epic account is not linked to my PS4?

Yes. You can change your Epic display name on the Epic website whether or not it is linked to a PlayStation account. However, if your account is not linked to your PS4, the new name will not appear on your console because your PS4 has no way to access your Epic account.

Do I need PlayStation Plus to change my Epic username?

No. Changing your Epic display name on the Epic website does not require a PlayStation Plus subscription. You only need access to the Epic Games website and your account password.