Blizzard is brining back free BattleTag name changes for a limited time - until November 5. This comes as they change the name of one of Overwatch's launch heroes from Jesse McCree to Cole Cassidy. The name change is a part of updates that Blizzard games have been going through since the California lawsuit came to light. These updates have been focusing on removing references to problematic people or themes within Blizzard's games.
If you want a free BattleTag name change and don't have a name change credit remaining, you can use this link to request one. You have until November 5 to make your request. Blizzard says it will take up to 30 days to actually receive your name change token though so give them a chance to get through the queue of requests and get those credits out. Do note that if you already have a free name change credit on your account, they do not stack so you can't request another - though you could change your BattleTag now and then request a new one to store for later.
The McCree to Cole Cassidy name change goes live this week on October 26.
Quote From Blizzard As we introduce a new name, you might have the desire to do the same. Starting 22 October, 2021 and continuing through 5 November, 2021, all players will be offered a free BattleTag name change. This applies to anyone who does not currently have a free name change available. Existing name changes will not stack for future use.
Players can request a name change through this form. You will receive a notification once your request has been processed. Please allow up to four weeks for processing.
Thanks and we’ll see you in game!
If you've already used your one free BattleTag Change but you'd like to update it again, submit a ticket and we will flag your Battle.net Account for an additional free BattleTag Change.
Battle.net Accounts can't have more than one free BattleTag Change so if you haven't used it yet, we won't add an additional change to your account.
Note: It will take approximately 30 days for us to add the free BattleTag Change to your account.
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How generous..
Been proud owner of my current Battle.net tag since D2 - not changing anytime soon
I have hated my name for so long thank god
Let's hope that there isn't anyone named Cole Cassidy in blizz management anytime soon.
Apparently Cassidy Cole is the name of a famous porn actress. Seems like McCree must have a really bad reputation if even that is an improvement.
Just imagine if this blows up as well, the former McCree would then need to come out with another narrative as to why he's changing his name yet again.
"Is Pepti Cassidy ok?"
Is "Your Opponent" available?
Yes, they actually even allow colliding nicknames... multiple people can have same nick and then numbers after # just will be different (that is why they have those numbers)
About to name myself McCree