PlayStation Network's long-awaited name change feature is finally launching today, letting gamers finally shrug off IDs that they may have come to regret in the years since making them. Fans have been asking for this feature for a long time, and now Sony is allowing everyone one free ID change before having to pay. The process to get the name change is pretty simple, though players should be weary of the possible side-effects of the change when it comes to certain games.

To get the name change started, players will simply need to log into their PlayStation account either through their PlayStation 4 or through a web browser. For those changing on PS4, users will need to navigate to the Settings tab and find the Account Management option. From there, users should navigate to Account Information, then Profile. On the screen, users should see a new option for Online ID. This is where players will choose their new ID and decide if they want their old ID to be displayed next to the new one for up to 30 days. Thankfully this feature will help alleviate confusion, as that was a big concern when Sony announced the name change feature.

Those changing their IDs through a web browser will simply need to log in to their PlayStation Network account through the PlayStation website, and navigate to the PSN Profile options where the Online ID setting can be found. Those thinking about changing their name should take some time to read over the possible problems with PSN name change and how it could affect some titles. Older titles may not work well with the new feature, but if players encounter any issue with name change and game titles, PSN support can help players revert to their previous ID free of charge.

PlayStation fans have been waiting a long time to be able to change their PSN, much like Xbox users can on Xbox Live. The first change is free for all users, and subsequent change will cost $9.99 (or $4.99 for PlayStation Plus subscribers). While the PSN name change feature does have some possible risks, some users may be willing to take the gamble to get rid of embarrassing older IDs. Hopefully Sony will get rid of some of the bugs in the near future to help make the process smoother.