Change Your Fall Guys Username Through Epic Games

Your Fall Guys username is tied to your Epic Games account, so you change it there rather than inside the game itself. Go to www.epicgames.com, sign in with the account linked to Fall Guys, and click your account name in the top right corner. Select Account, then General, and you will see a field labeled Display Name. Type your new username there, click Save, and the change takes effect when ready in Fall Guys and all other Epic Games titles.

The new name appears to other players the next time you load into a match. If you are in the middle of a game when you make the change, you may need to restart Fall Guys to see the updated name on your profile and in the lobby.

Epic Games allows you to change your display name once every 14 days. If you have changed it recently, the system will tell you when you can change it again. There is no cost to change your username.

Key Takeaways

  • Fall Guys usernames are managed through Epic Games, not through the game itself, so you must visit epicgames.com to make the change.
  • You can change your display name once every 14 days, and the change takes effect when ready across all Epic Games titles.
  • The new username appears to other players after you restart Fall Guys or load into your next match.
  • You do not need to uninstall or reinstall Fall Guys to change your username.

What Happens to Your Old Username

When you change your display name, your old username becomes available for other players to use. Your account itself does not change — your friends list, cosmetics, season pass progress, and rank all stay the same. Other players will see your new name, but your account history and statistics remain attached to your Epic Games ID.

If you change your mind shortly after making the change, you can change it back to your old name, but you will still be subject to the 14-day cooldown between changes. This means if you change your name and then change it back the same day, you cannot change it again for 14 days from the first change.

Restrictions on Fall Guys Usernames

Epic Games enforces rules on what usernames are allowed. Your display name cannot contain profanity, slurs, or hateful language. It also cannot impersonate another player, a staff member, or a public figure. Names that are purely numbers or that mimic official Epic Games accounts are also rejected.

If your chosen name violates these rules, Epic Games will reject it when you try to save. The system will tell you the name is unavailable and ask you to choose a different one. If you believe your name was incorrectly flagged, you can contact Epic Games support through their website, though the decision is usually final.

Changing Your Username on Console or Mobile

You cannot change your display name directly from the Fall Guys app on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, or mobile devices. You must use a web browser on a computer or phone to visit epicgames.com and make the change there. After you change it on the Epic Games website, the new name syncs to your console or mobile version of Fall Guys within a few minutes.

If you play Fall Guys on multiple platforms, the username change applies to all of them at once, since they all use the same Epic Games account. You do not need to change it separately on each platform.

If Your Account Is Linked to PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo

Your Fall Guys account may be linked to a PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, or Nintendo account. Changing your Epic Games display name does not change your console username — those are separate. Your Epic Games display name is what other Fall Guys players see in the game, while your console username is what appears on your console's home screen and in console-specific features.

If you want to change your console username as well, you will need to do that through your console's settings or account page. That process is different for each platform and is not connected to your Fall Guys username change.

Troubleshooting Username Changes That Did Not Work

If you changed your display name on Epic Games but it still shows your old name in Fall Guys, try restarting the game completely. Close Fall Guys entirely and reopen it. If the new name still does not appear, sign out of your Epic Games account within Fall Guys (if that option is available on your platform) and sign back in.

If you see an error message when trying to save a new name, the name may contain a character that Epic Games does not allow, or it may be too similar to a name already in use. Try a different name with fewer special characters or numbers. If the problem continues, contact Epic Games support through their website and describe which name you tried and what error message you received.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Fall Guys username more than once every 14 days?

No. Epic Games enforces a 14-day cooldown between display name changes. If you have changed your name recently, you will see the date when you can change it again when you visit your account settings.

Will changing my username delete my cosmetics or progress?

No. Your cosmetics, season pass progress, rank, and all other account data stay with your Epic Games account. Only your display name changes; everything else remains the same.

What if someone else is using the username I want?

If the name is already in use, Epic Games will tell you it is unavailable when you try to save it. Choose a different name. Usernames are not reserved permanently — if someone stops playing, their old username may eventually become available, but there is no way to request a specific name.

Do I need to change my password when I change my username?

No. Changing your display name does not affect your password or account security. Your password stays the same unless you choose to change it separately in your account settings.