How To Upgrade Your Old Characters in Brawl Stars
Ever try to switch up your Brawl Stars name but get stuck somewhere in the process? Yeah, it’s not super clear sometimes, especially when the app’s layout decides to be overly subtle. Here’s a rundown that actually makes sense, based on messing around with it myself. Not sure why it works, but hey, it does.
Step 1: Open Brawl Stars
Start by firing up the Brawl Stars app. Make sure you’re logged in — otherwise, the profile stuff won’t show up. On some devices, just tapping on the app icon is enough, but if it crashes, try reinstalling or clearing cache. Because of course, Windows or Android, they just love making it hard sometimes.
Step 2: Access Your Profile
Tap on your player icon in the top left corner, or sometimes it’s in the top right depending on updates. This takes you to your profile. Here’s where you see your trophies, stats, and most importantly, your username. If that icon is missing or not responding, try a restart or check your internet connection. That’s a common mishap.
Step 3: Locate the Pencil Icon
Look for a tiny pencil icon next to your username. It’s usually faint and easy to miss — hide and seek with UI elements. Clicking it should bring up the name change menu. If it’s not working, reboot the app or even your phone — sometimes that little glitch needs a fresh start. On some setups, this button acts flaky, so don’t get frustrated if it takes a couple of taps or a restart to work.
Step 4: Initiate Name Change
Tap that pencil icon. A warning pops up — warning being the operative word — about the rules. The first change is free, which is nice, but if you’re just messing around, remember future changes cost 60 gems. Gems are a little tricky; you can get them by playing, watching ads, or buying with real money. If you’re low, think about whether it’s worth dropping cash just yet.
Step 5: Understand the Costs
Once you’ve done the first free switch, any extra name tweaks will burn a hole in your gem pouch. Usually around 60 gems
. A quick Google search says that’s about $5, depending on your region — not exactly cheap for a username, so double-check if it’s worth it before spending.
Step 6: Enter Your New Username
Type in your new favorite name. Make sure it complies with Brawl Stars’ rules — no offensive words, no impersonating pros, and no super long nonsense. Check if it’s already taken, because, surprise, some names are popular and off-limits. Sometimes it’s a little laggy to check availability, so just be patient. If the name’s taken, just tweak a letter or add some numbers — I’ve had to do that more than once.
Step 7: Confirm the Change
Happy with your new handle? Hit confirm. Expect some confirmation pop-ups reminding you that this change is permanent unless you pay gems again. Usually, clicking through those is enough — don’t panic if you gotta tap a few times. On some setups, it takes a second for the change to kick in, but most of the time, your new name appears instantly.
Extra Tips & Common Issues
Sometimes, the name change menu refuses to pop up or the app crashes. Not sure why it happened, but restarting the app or even the device can fix weird glitches. Also, if you just changed your name and it’s not showing up, maybe try logging out and back in, or clearing cache—because why not?
If the name change button is invisible or unresponsive, double-check your app version — sometimes updating fixes those UI bugs. Also, be aware that in some updates, the process might look different or the cost could change.
Conclusion
Changing your username isn’t rocket science, but it definitely isn’t totally straightforward either. The key is to poke around, reboot if things get weird, and don’t rush buying gems if you’re not sure. With a little patience, that new name will be yours in no time — just don’t pick something you’ll regret after a week.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to change my username after the first time?
After the free change, it’s 60 gems for each redo. Gems are earned in-game or bought, so yeah, keep that in mind before pulling the trigger.
Can I revert back to my old name?
Nope. Changing your username is a one-way street unless you’ve got gems to burn on another change. Once it’s set, it’s set — so pick wisely.
What should I avoid when choosing a new username?
Avoid offensive stuff, trying to impersonate someone famous, or names that violate the rules. Otherwise, you might get your new name blocked or your account flagged.
Summary
- Make sure app is up to date, in case the UI changes.
- Remember, first change is free — after that, 60 gems.
- If buttons are unresponsive, restart or update the app.
- Type carefully — check for availability before confirming.
- Don’t rush gem spending; think long-term.
Hopefully this shaves off a few hours for someone. Good luck with the name switch — it’s not as complicated as it looks, once you figure out where that squeaky pencil button is.