Subtle aspects in Overwatch 2: expand the boundaries and change the nickname

Your in-game name in Blizzard games is more than just a nickname; it's your digital identity, a reflection of your personality and playstyle within the gaming community. But what happens when that cool name gets old? Fortunately, changing your Overwatch 2 name is straightforward, though the method depends on your platform.

Table of Contents

• Can you change your name in Overwatch 2?
• How to Change Your Name in Overwatch 2
• Changing Your Nick on PC
• Changing Your Name on Xbox
• Changing Your Username on PlayStation
• Final Recommendations

Can you change your name in Overwatch 2?

Yes! Changing your name is easy, with the process varying slightly depending on whether you're playing on PC or console, and whether cross-platform play is enabled.

How to Change Your Name in Overwatch 2

Your in-game name is tied to your Battle.net account (your BattleTag). Here's the key information:

• You get one free BattleTag change.
• Subsequent changes incur a fee (approximately $10 USD; check the Battle.net shop for your region's pricing).
• If cross-platform play is enabled, the process is the same for PC and consoles.
• With cross-platform play disabled, you'll change your name through your console's settings.

Let's dive into the specifics for each platform.

Changing Your Nick on PC

For PC players, or console players with cross-platform play enabled, follow these steps:

1. Go to the official Battle.net website and log in.
2. Click your current username in the top-right corner.
3. Select "Account Settings," then locate your BattleTag.
4. Click the blue "Update" (pencil icon) next to your BattleTag.
5. Enter your new desired name (following BattleTag naming policies).
6. Click "Change Your BattleTag."

Note: The change might take up to 24 hours to fully propagate across all platforms.

Changing Your Name on Xbox

If you play on Xbox with cross-platform play disabled, your in-game name is your Xbox Gamertag. Follow these steps:

1. Press the Xbox button to open the main menu.
2. Go to "Profile & System," then select your profile.
3. Select "My Profile," then "Customize Profile."
4. Click your Gamertag, enter your new name, and confirm.

Note: This name change only affects other Xbox players with cross-platform play disabled. Others will see your Battle.net BattleTag.

Changing Your Username on PlayStation

On PlayStation, your in-game name is your PSN ID. If cross-platform play is disabled:

1. Open console settings and go to "Settings."
2. Select "Users and Accounts," then "Accounts," then "Profile."
3. Find "Online ID" and click "Change Online ID."
4. Enter your new name and confirm.

Note: Similar to Xbox, this only affects PlayStation players with cross-play disabled. Others will see your Battle.net BattleTag.

Final Recommendations

Choose the method above that matches your platform and cross-play settings. Remember, you only get one free BattleTag change; subsequent changes cost money. Ensure your Battle.net wallet has sufficient funds if needed.