Sony is finally allowing users change their PlayStation Network Online ID from their PlayStation 4 system. The PSN Online ID Change feature beta will be a part of the PlayStation Preview Program, and will become available to some users that have pre-registered as testers for previous PS4 system software betas.
During the preview program, users will be able to change their online ID as many times as they want. The first change is free, and subsequent changes will cost $9.99 USD / CAD and $4.99 USD/ CAD for PlayStation Plus members.
The changes can be made through the Settings menu or via the Profile page of your PS4.
When changes have been made, you will have the option to display your previous ID with your new ID, so your friends can recognize you. Once you decide to display your old ID or not, you won’t be able to adjust this after completing the online ID change process.
This feature is compatible with PS4 games originally published after April 1, 2018, and a large majority of the most-played PS4 games that were released before this date. However, please note not all games and applications for PS4, PS3 and PS Vita systems are guaranteed to support the online ID change, and users may occasionally encounter issues or errors in certain games. If for any reason you experience issues after changing your ID, you can revert back to your original ID for free at any time (you will only be able to revert once during the preview program). Reverting back to an old ID will resolve most issues caused by the ID change. In addition, when this feature officially launches, a list of compatible games published before April 1, 2018, will be provided on PlayStation.com for reference before you make a change.
The preview program is scheduled to conclude at the end of November 2018.
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