Yes, you can change your Dead by Daylight username, but the process and limits depend on your platform

Dead by Daylight lets you change your in-game name on most platforms, but not all changes are permanent and not all platforms handle it the same way. On Steam, PlayStation, and Xbox, you change your username through your platform account, and the game pulls that name automatically. On Nintendo Switch, the process is similar — you change it in your Switch profile settings. The catch: you can usually change your platform username only once every 30 days, and some platforms charge a small fee.

If you play through Epic Games, the rules are different. Your Epic Games username is what shows in-game, and you can change it without the 30-day wait, but you cannot change it back to a name you have used before. That restriction stays in place even if you wait months.

Your in-game name is separate from your account name on some platforms. On Steam, for example, your Steam account name (the one you log in with) cannot be changed at all — but your Steam profile name, which is what other players see, can be changed as often as you want with no wait time. Dead by Daylight reads your profile name, not your account name, so changing your profile name updates your killer or survivor name in the game when ready.

Key Takeaways

  • On Steam, change your profile name (not your account name) as often as you want, and it shows in Dead by Daylight right away.
  • On PlayStation and Xbox, you change your username through your console settings, but you can do this only once every 30 days and may pay a fee.
  • Epic Games usernames can be changed without a wait, but you cannot reuse a name you have had before.
  • Nintendo Switch usernames change through your Switch profile and follow the same 30-day limit as other consoles.

Changing your name on Steam

Steam separates your account name from your profile name. Your account name is what you type when you log in, and it cannot be changed. Your profile name is what other players see, and it is what Dead by Daylight displays in-game. To change your profile name, right-click your username in the top-right corner of the Steam client and select "Profile". Click "Edit Profile" and change the name in the "Profile Name" field. Save your changes. The new name appears in Dead by Daylight within a few minutes.

You can change your Steam profile name as many times as you want with no wait period. There is no fee. If you want to use a name that someone else currently has, you cannot — Steam does not allow duplicate profile names. But if a player stops using a name and changes it, that name becomes available again after a delay.

Changing your name on PlayStation or Xbox

On PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 4, go to Settings, then Account, then Other, then Change Your Online ID. You can change your username once every 30 days. The first change is free; after that, each change costs $4.99 on PlayStation. Your new username appears in Dead by Daylight the next time you launch the game.

On Xbox Series X, Series S, or Xbox One, go to Settings, then Account, then Personalization, then Gamertag. You can change your gamertag once every 30 days. The first change is free; subsequent changes cost $9.99 each. Your new gamertag shows in Dead by Daylight after you restart the game.

Both platforms enforce the 30-day wait strictly. If you changed your name 20 days ago, you cannot change it again until 30 days have passed from the date of your last change. The timer resets each time you make a change.

Changing your name on Nintendo Switch

On Nintendo Switch, go to System Settings, then Users, then select your user profile. Choose Profile, then Nickname. Type your new name and confirm. The change takes effect when ready in Dead by Daylight. Like PlayStation and Xbox, you can change your Switch nickname once every 30 days, and the first change is free. Subsequent changes cost a small fee, though Nintendo occasionally waives fees during promotions.

Nintendo Switch usernames have a 10-character limit, so if you want a longer name, you will need to use a different platform or abbreviate.

Changing your name on Epic Games

If you play Dead by Daylight through Epic Games (either on PC or console), your in-game name is your Epic Games username. To change it, log into your Epic Games account on the website, go to Account Settings, then General, and look for "Display Name". Type your new name and save. The change appears in Dead by Daylight the next time you launch the game.

Epic Games does not enforce a 30-day wait between username changes, so you can change your name as often as you want. However, once you change your name away from something, you cannot use that name again — even if you wait months or years. Epic Games keeps a permanent record of all names you have used and blocks you from reusing them.

What happens to your rank and progress when you change your name

Your rank, bloodpoints, perks, cosmetics, and all other progress stay with your account no matter how many times you change your name. The game ties progress to your account ID, not your username. Other players will see your new name, but your stats and unlocked content do not reset or transfer.

If you were on a leaderboard under your old name, your new name will appear on the leaderboard the next time you play a ranked match. Your position does not change — only the name next to it.

Why you might not see your new name right away

If you changed your name but Dead by Daylight still shows your old name, try restarting the game completely. Close the process entirely and reopen it. On console, you may also need to restart your console. The game usually syncs your new name within a few minutes, but a full restart speeds it up.

If you changed your name on your platform account but the game still shows the old name after a restart, check that you are logged into the correct account. On Steam, verify that you changed your profile name, not your account name. On console, make sure you are using the profile you changed the name on.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Dead by Daylight name without changing my platform username?

No. Dead by Daylight pulls your name directly from your platform account (Steam profile, PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, Nintendo Switch, or Epic Games). There is no separate in-game name setting. To change your Dead by Daylight name, you must change your platform username.

What if my desired username is already taken?

On Steam, you cannot use a name that another player currently has. On PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, each player can have a unique username, so if it is taken, you cannot use it. On Epic Games, the same rule applies. If the name you want is taken, choose a different one or wait to see if the current user changes their name.

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

On Steam, yes — you can reuse old profile names. On PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, yes, but you must wait 30 days between changes. On Epic Games, no — once you change away from a name, you can never use it again on that account.

Do I lose my cosmetics or perks if I change my name?

No. Your cosmetics, perks, bloodpoints, rank, and all unlocked content stay with your account. The game ties everything to your account ID, not your username. Your progress is completely separate from your name.

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

Usually a few minutes. If it does not appear after 10 minutes, restart the game completely. On console, restart your console as well. If your name still does not update after a full restart, check that you changed the correct account setting on your platform.