How to change your name in Apex Legends

While some games charge players to create a new username or require them to make an entirely new account, Apex Legends allows players to adjust their names free of charge—depending on the platform you play on.

Thankfully, changing your name doesn’t have to be a huge deal. It’s a simple process that you don’t have to worry about too much. Most rules are the same across all platforms, but there are differences if you’re playing on a console compared to playing on PC or the Nintendo Switch. Although these differences are small from platform to platform, we’ve listed instructions for changing your name in Apex Legends on the most common platforms below.

How to change your Apex Legends name, explained

The rules for changing your name in Apex Legends follow the same understanding across every platform. You can change it as often as you want if you’re playing on PC or Nintendo, but if you’re playing on a PlayStation or Xbox console, the first name change is free and costs money if you want to do it again. You’ll want to be careful when making any name changes in the future.

The process to change your name is similar across platforms, and it comes down to clicking a through the menu to dig it up.

How to change your name on PC in Apex Legends

Changing your name in Apex Legends is more straightforward on PCs than on consoles. The process is slightly different for Steam and Origin, but changing your name on both platforms will take no longer than a few minutes.

Changing your Apex Legends name on Origin

The name that appears in Apex Legends comes from your Origin username. If you want to change it on this platform, you’ll need to change your profile.

1. If you use Origin to play Apex, launch the Origin launcher. Click on your username, which can be found in the bottom-left corner of the launcher.
2. Select “View My Profile,” then “Edit on EA.com” in the top-left. Players must use the EA website to make username changes, so once you click “Edit on EA.com,” you’ll be redirected to your EA account on the official website.
3. Once you’re logged in, select “Edit” next to Basic Information and type your new username into the ID box.
4. When satisfied, click “Save” to save your new name. Note that changing your ID will change your username across all games that use Origin.

Changing your Apex Legends name on Steam

The name change has to do with your Steam profile name, rather than an in-game name. If you make this change on Steam, it’s for every game you see moving forward.

1. If you play Apex through Steam, pull up the Steam application. Click on your username in the upper-right corner of the window, then click “View Profile.”
2. You’ll be brought to your Steam profile page. Click the “Edit Profile” button underneath your current Steam level. You can then type in your new name in the “Profile Name” box.
3. The next time you launch Apex or another game that uses Steam profile names, your new name will be displayed in-game. Note that your Steam profile name is different than your username, which you use to log in to Steam.

How to change your name on console

Changing your name on consoles is slightly more complicated than on PC. On Xbox and PlayStation, your name is tied to your gamertag. You’ll need to change your PSN or Xbox tags if you’re looking to change your name in Apex.

Unlike Origin and Steam, your first name change will be free. But you’ll be charged after the first time that you’ve changed your name on PSN and Xbox Live. You’ll want to make sure you pick a name you plan to stick with.

How to change your name on PlayStation in Apex Legends

If you want to change your username on PlayStation, go to Sony’s Account Management page on your browser and log in with your details. Look for your current gamertag, then click “Edit.” On the subsequent page, type in your new PSN ID and confirm the changes.

Be aware that changing your ID logs you out of all devices you’re logged into with it, so you’ll need to log in to PSN on each device again.

Changing your name on PS4

If you’d rather change your name directly on PS4, boot up your console and do the following steps:

1. Select “Settings.” Choose “Account Management,”
2. Select “Account Information,” then “Profile”
3. Select “Online ID,” then set your new name. It will go into effect once you’ve confirmed the change.

Changing your name on PS5

On PS5, the method is slightly different. Boot up the console and do the following steps:

1. Select “Settings.”
2. Select “Users and Accounts.”
3. Select “Account.”
4. Pick “Profile”
5. Select “Online ID.” Doing so will allow you to enter your new name, after which you’ll need to confirm it.

Following this change, your Apex name will be adjusted the next time you open the game.

How to change your name on Xbox in Apex Legends

Like on PlayStation, you’ll need to change your Xbox gamertag to change your name in Apex. While you can do this on your console, it’s also possible to change your name via Xbox’s official website.

For the browser method, you’ll need to visit Xbox.com and then do the following steps:

1. Sign in with the same Microsoft account you use to sign in to your Xbox.
2. Once you’re logged in, click on your username in the top-right area of the page.
3. Choose “Xbox Profile,” then “Customize.” After clicking the pencil icon next to your current gamertag, you’ll be able to enter a new name.

You can change your name directly on an Xbox Series S or X by pressing the Xbox button on your controller and opening the guide panel. Then, do the following steps:

1. Select “Profile and System,” then select your gamertag. Choose “My Profile,” then “Customize Profile.”
2. In the area where Microsoft prompts you to choose your new gamertag, enter your new name.
3. After confirming it, you’ll be able to view what your new name will look like on other Xbox services. Clicking “Change gamertag” will complete the process.

How to change your name on Switch in Apex Legends

Changing your Apex name is relatively easier on a Nintendo Switch compared to an Xbox and PlayStation. To change it, do the following steps:

1. Navigate to the Switch’s main menu.
2. Select your profile picture or username at the top of your screen. You’ll be directed to the settings for your profile.
3. Select the Profile option and view your current username.
4. Click on the pencil icon next to your name, which will allow you to type in your new username and confirm it.