Yes, you can change your Marvel Rivals username, but only once every 30 days

Marvel Rivals lets you change your in-game name through your NetEase account settings. The process takes about five minutes and applies when ready to your profile. However, NetEase enforces a 30-day cooldown between changes, so you cannot swap usernames back-to-back.

The name change is free and does not affect your rank, cosmetics, or battle pass progress. Your old username becomes available for other players to claim after you change it, but your account history and statistics remain tied to your new name.

Key Takeaways

  • Log into your NetEase account through the Marvel Rivals launcher or website to access username settings.
  • You can change your name once every 30 days, and the change takes effect when ready in-game.
  • Your rank, cosmetics, and battle pass progress stay with your account under the new name.
  • Usernames must follow NetEase's content policy and cannot contain certain characters or offensive language.

Steps to change your username in Marvel Rivals

Start by opening the Marvel Rivals launcher on your PC. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select Account Settings. You will be taken to your NetEase account page in a web browser.

On the account page, look for the Profile or Basic Information section. Find the field labeled Nickname or In-Game Name — this is what other players see in Marvel Rivals. Click the edit button next to it, type your new name, and click Save or Confirm.

Close the browser and return to the Marvel Rivals launcher. You may need to restart the game for the name change to display, but it usually appears within a few minutes. Your new username is now live.

What names are not allowed

NetEase blocks usernames that contain profanity, slurs, or references to real-world violence. Names that impersonate NetEase staff, celebrities, or other players are also rejected. The system also flags names with certain special characters — stick to letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores.

If you try to save a name and see an error message, the system has flagged it for one of these reasons. Try a different variation. If you are unsure why a specific name was rejected, NetEase support can explain the reason, though they rarely overturn the decision.

The 30-day cooldown between changes

After you change your username, you must wait 30 days before changing it again. This timer starts the moment you confirm the change, not when you first tried to change it. If you change your name on day one of the month, you cannot change it again until day 31.

There is no way to bypass this cooldown, and NetEase support will not remove it for you. Plan your username changes carefully, especially if you are trying out a new name and might want to revert it.

What happens to your old username

Once you change your name, your old username becomes available for any other player to claim. This happens when ready, so if you had a name you wanted to keep reserved, someone else can take it within hours.

Your account history, rank, and statistics all transfer to your new name. Friends who had you added will still see you on their list, though your name will update in their friend list. Replays and match history show your new name, not the old one.

If you cannot access your NetEase account

If you forgot your NetEase password, click Forgot Password on the login screen. NetEase will send a reset link to the email address tied to your account. Check your spam folder if you do not see it within a few minutes.

If you no longer have access to the email address on file, contact NetEase support through the Marvel Rivals in-game help menu. They can verify your identity through your account details and help you regain access. This process usually takes one to two business days.

Changing your username on console versions

If you play Marvel Rivals on PlayStation or Xbox, the process is slightly different. Your in-game name is still controlled through your NetEase account, but you access it differently depending on your platform.

On PlayStation or Xbox, go to your system's account settings and find the linked NetEase account. From there, follow the same steps as the PC version — log into your NetEase account and edit your nickname in the profile section. The change syncs to your console version within a few minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my username affect my rank or cosmetics?

No. Your rank, battle pass progress, cosmetics, and all account progress stay exactly the same. Only your display name changes. Other players will see your new name in matches and on leaderboards, but everything else remains tied to your account.

Can I change my username more than once every 30 days?

No. NetEase enforces a strict 30-day cooldown between changes. There is no way to bypass this, and support will not remove it. If you change your name, you must wait a full 30 days before changing it again.

What if someone else takes my old username?

Your old username becomes available when ready after you change it, and another player can claim it. If you want to keep a name reserved, do not change away from it unless you are certain. You cannot reclaim a name once someone else has taken it.

Do my friends still see me if I change my username?

Yes. Friends who have you added will still see you on their friend list, and your name will update automatically. They do not need to re-add you or do anything on their end.

What should I do if my username change did not work?

Restart the Marvel Rivals launcher and check your account settings again. If the name still has not changed after 10 minutes, log out of the launcher completely and log back in. If it still does not work, contact NetEase support through the in-game help menu with a screenshot of your account settings.