You can change your Dead by Daylight username, but the method depends on which platform you play on

Dead by Daylight lets you change your in-game name on Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox, though each platform handles it differently. Steam players change their name directly through Steam's account settings and the change shows up in Dead by Daylight when ready. PlayStation and Xbox players change their username through their console's account settings, and Dead by Daylight reads that new name automatically. The process takes a few minutes on any platform, and there is no cost or cooldown between changes.

The confusion usually comes from mixing up your platform username with your Dead by Daylight profile name. Your platform username (the one tied to Steam, PlayStation Network, or Xbox Live) is what Dead by Daylight displays in-game. Changing one changes the other — they are the same thing.

Key Takeaways

  • Steam players change their name in Steam settings under "Profile," and the change appears in Dead by Daylight within minutes.
  • PlayStation players change their username in their console's account settings, and Dead by Daylight automatically reads the new name.
  • Xbox players change their gamertag in their console's account settings, and Dead by Daylight automatically reads the new name.
  • You can change your username as many times as you want with no cooldown or fee on any platform.

Changing your username on Steam

Open Steam and click on your profile name in the top right corner, then select "Profile." On your profile page, look for the pencil icon next to your current name and click it. Type your new name into the text box and click "Save." The change takes effect when ready, and your new name will show in Dead by Daylight the next time you launch the game or restart it if it is already running.

Steam usernames can be up to 32 characters and can include spaces, numbers, and most symbols. There is no limit to how many times you can change it, and you do not need to wait between changes. If you change your name while Dead by Daylight is running, close and reopen the game to see the new name in-game.

Changing your username on PlayStation

Go to your PlayStation console's home screen and open "Settings." Navigate to "Users and Accounts," then select "Other," and choose "Username." Enter your new username (up to 16 characters, letters and numbers only) and confirm the change. Your new username will appear in Dead by Daylight the next time you launch the game.

PlayStation usernames cannot be changed back to a previous name for 30 days after the change, so choose carefully. You can change your username once every 30 days for free, and additional changes within that period cost money. Dead by Daylight will read your new console username automatically — you do not need to do anything in the game itself.

Changing your username on Xbox

Press the Xbox button on your controller to open the guide, then go to "Profile & system" and select "Profile." Choose "Customize profile," then select "Gamertag." Enter your new gamertag (up to 15 characters) and confirm. Your new gamertag will appear in Dead by Daylight the next time you launch the game.

Xbox gamertags can include letters, numbers, and spaces. Like PlayStation, Xbox allows one free gamertag change every 30 days, and additional changes within that period cost money. Dead by Daylight reads your console gamertag automatically, so the change will show up without any action needed in the game.

What happens to your progress when you change your username

Your Dead by Daylight account, rank, perks, cosmetics, and all progression stay exactly the same when you change your username. The name change is cosmetic only — it does not reset anything or affect your account in any way. Other players will see your new name in lobbies and in-game, but your account history and statistics remain tied to your profile.

If you are worried about being tracked or recognized after a name change, keep in mind that your account ID stays the same. Players who have you on their friends list will still see you as the same person, just with a different name displayed.

Troubleshooting a username that is not updating in Dead by Daylight

If you changed your platform username but Dead by Daylight still shows your old name, restart the game completely. Close it entirely (not just minimizing), wait 10 seconds, and launch it again. The game reads your platform username when it starts, so a full restart usually fixes the issue.

If restarting does not work, restart your console or computer. On Steam, you can also verify the integrity of the game files: right-click Dead by Daylight in your library, select "Properties," go to "Local Files," and click "Verify integrity of game files." This process takes a few minutes and can resolve display issues. If your name still does not update after these steps, the issue is likely on your platform's side — check that your username change actually saved in your platform's account settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

On Steam, yes — you can change your name back anytime with no restrictions. On PlayStation and Xbox, you can change it back after 30 days have passed since your last change. Within that 30-day window, changing back costs money on both consoles.

Will other players know it is me if I change my name?

Players on your friends list will still see you as the same person. Other players in lobbies will see only your new name. Your account ID does not change, so anyone determined to track you could do so, but a casual player will not recognize you.

Does changing my username affect my rank or perks?

No. Your rank, perks, cosmetics, and all progression stay exactly the same. A username change is purely cosmetic and does not touch your account data.

How long does it take for my new username to show up in Dead by Daylight?

Usually when ready after you restart the game. On Steam it can be when ready. On PlayStation and Xbox, restart the game after you change your console username, and it should appear within a few minutes.

Can I use special characters or emojis in my username?

Steam allows spaces, numbers, and most symbols. PlayStation allows only letters and numbers (up to 16 characters). Xbox allows letters, numbers, and spaces (up to 15 characters). Emojis are not supported on any platform.