Where to change your Fall Guys username

Your Fall Guys username is tied to your Epic Games account, not to Fall Guys itself. That means you change it through Epic Games' website or app, not through the game. The steps differ slightly depending on whether you play on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch — but the account change works the same way across all platforms.

Fall Guys pulled from the Epic Games Store in 2023 and moved to free-to-play on console platforms. If you created your account before that shift, you may have a legacy username that works differently than newer accounts. Either way, the change happens in one place: your Epic Games account settings.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Fall Guys username lives in your Epic Games account, so you log into Epic Games online or through their app to change it.
  • You can change your display name (what other players see) once every 14 days, but your account name (your login) has different rules depending on when you created it.
  • If you play on console, you may also have a platform-specific username (PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, or Nintendo Switch) that shows up separately from your Epic Games name.
  • The change takes effect when ready in Fall Guys and all other Epic Games titles, but may take a few minutes to show up to other players.

Changing your display name through Epic Games

Your display name is what other players see when you're in a lobby or on their friends list. To change it, go to www.epicgames.com and sign in with your account. Click your account icon in the top right corner, then select "Account" from the dropdown menu.

Once you're in your account settings, look for "General" in the left sidebar and click it. You'll see a field labeled "Display Name" — this is what you change. Type your new name (up to 16 characters), then click "Save." The change takes effect right away in Fall Guys, though it may take a few minutes for other players' games to catch up and show the new name.

Epic Games enforces a 14-day waiting period between display name changes. If you just changed it, you'll see a message telling you when you can change it again. This limit exists to prevent harassment and account confusion.

Changing your account name (your login)

Your account name is different from your display name — it's the username you type when you log in. Changing this is more restricted. If you created your Epic Games account before November 2018, your account name is permanent and cannot be changed. If you created it after that date, you get one free name change, and additional changes cost money.

To check whether you can change your account name, go to www.epicgames.com, sign in, and navigate to Account > General. Look for "Account Name" in that same section. If it says "Change," you're may be able to access. If it says "Permanent," you cannot change it. If you're may be able to access and want to change it, click the button and follow the prompts. The new name takes effect when ready.

Console-specific usernames and how they interact with Fall Guys

If you play Fall Guys on PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch, you also have a username on that platform itself (your PSN, Gamertag, or Switch profile name). This is separate from your Epic Games display name. When you're in a Fall Guys lobby, other players may see either your Epic Games display name or your console username, depending on how the game is configured and whether you've linked your accounts.

To avoid confusion, make sure your Epic Games account is linked to your console account. On PlayStation, go to your profile settings, select "Linked Services," and link your Epic Games account. On Xbox, do the same through your account settings. On Switch, link through your user profile in the system settings. Once linked, Fall Guys will consistently show your Epic Games display name to other players, regardless of platform.

What happens if your username is reported or flagged

If your display name violates Epic Games' terms of service — for example, if it contains hate speech, slurs, or sexually explicit content — Epic Games can force a name change. You'll receive an email notification that your name has been flagged and must be changed within a set timeframe (usually 30 days). You can then choose a new name that complies with their policy.

If you ignore the forced name change notice, Epic Games may suspend your account or prevent you from playing online. The best approach is to change your name as soon as you receive the notice and choose something that doesn't target or demean other players.

Troubleshooting: name changes that don't show up

If you changed your display name but it still shows your old name in Fall Guys, wait 5 to 10 minutes and restart the game. The change propagates through Epic's servers gradually, and a restart forces your game client to fetch the updated information. If it still hasn't changed after that, log out of your Epic Games account entirely, close Fall Guys, and log back in.

If you changed your account name (your login) and can no longer sign in with the old name, that's normal — the old name is no longer active. Use your new account name to log in instead. If you're locked out entirely, go to www.epicgames.com and use the "Forgot password" or "Forgot username" option to recover access.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Fall Guys username as many times as I want?

Your display name (what other players see) can be changed once every 14 days. Your account name (your login) can be changed once for free if you created your account after November 2018, or not at all if you created it before then. Additional account name changes cost money.

If I change my username, do my friends still see me on their friends list?

Yes. Your friends list is tied to your Epic Games account ID, not your username. When you change your display name, you'll straightforward appear with the new name on their list. They don't need to re-add you or do anything on their end.

What if someone else is using the username I want?

Display names on Epic Games don't have to be unique — multiple players can have the same display name. Your account ID is what makes you unique. If the name you want is taken, you can still use it. However, if you want a unique identifier, consider adding numbers or special characters to make yours distinct.

Does changing my username affect my cosmetics, progress, or battle pass?

No. Your cosmetics, wins, crowns, and battle pass progress are all tied to your account ID, not your username. Changing your name has no effect on any of your in-game items or stats.

Can I change my username on console without going to the Epic Games website?

No. Even if you play on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch, you must change your Epic Games display name through www.epicgames.com or the Epic Games app. You cannot change it from within the Fall Guys game or through your console's settings.