On the consoles would you like to see an option to show character names instead of GTs or PSN IDs

Aranbormoth
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I know not everybody agrees with this which is why I was thinking it would be nice to choose which to see to help with immersion, as well I know if they added this option they would have to allow group invites and mail to be sent to character names instead of just IDs as it currently works.
Edited by Aranbormoth on June 17, 2015 7:08AM

On the consoles would you like to see an option to show character names instead of GTs or PSN IDs 83 votes

Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
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I would rather leave it as is
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I do not care either way
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[Deleted User]DerraGrimnaurKoombaBigglesworthPhD 5 votes
  • A5ko
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    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    Allow to choose.

    I'm quite happy with seeing my Gamertag used.
    A5ko ▪ High Elf ▪ Sorcerer ▪ Aldmeri Dominion ▪ XBOX One ▪ EU Megaserver

  • pecheckler
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    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    It should be default. The PSNID or gamertag should only be displayed when the player wishing to see another's PSNID/gamertag takes an extra action, such as opening up the player interaction radial menu or looking a player up in a guild roster. Guild leaders should be given the option of whether or not to display ID's instead of or in addition to character names.

    Seeing all these innappropriate and immature names running around really kills it for me. Not to mention playstation players can't even change theirs and xbox players have to pay to change theirs.

    Really mindboggling that zenimax hasn't changed it to character names by default. Then they could cash in on character name change services.
    Edited by pecheckler on June 17, 2015 7:30AM
    End the tedious inventory management game.
  • Yukian
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    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    Theres already a poll for this. Too tired to go find and link it, but it exists. xD.
    PSN- Caleo95
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  • [Deleted User]
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    I do not care either way
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  • Ace_of_Destiny
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    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    This seems like a "no-brainer".
    I just have to ask...Does everyone on PC have their ZoS Account login as their shown name in the game?
    No?
    Then it should be the same for consoles.
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  • NotSo
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    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    I don't play console but I feel your woes
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  • Aeeeek
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    Ace-2112 wrote: »
    This seems like a "no-brainer".
    I just have to ask...Does everyone on PC have their ZoS Account login as their shown name in the game?
    No?
    Then it should be the same for consoles.

    We do in guilds, my account name is completely unrelated to my character naming so bonus confusion.

  • RobDaCool
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    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    Yes I would. Its kind of silly to show our Gamertags. I mean whats the point in naming your character if NO one can see the name?

    PS5 Pro NA - RobdacoolV2
  • Azalin76
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    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    I agree, what is the point of character names if no one ever sees them? I could see if friends and guild members see your gamer tag so they know it's you no matter what character you are, but players I don't know should not see my gamer tag if I don't want them too, especially considering that Sony won't let people change their gamer tags. Another point would be to at least tell us, I was in game last night and someone called me by my gamer tag and was totally confused as to how he knew my gamer tag, the game should inform us of this when we first start playing.
  • Omnilegion
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    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    I think it was something that wasn't thought about due to them still making us name our characters. Had this have been spoken on before hand then they would have surely removed the name creator.

    It worries me that the devs still havent said anything about this and ignore my attempts to contact them.

    It puts me off giving money to devs that ignore customer queries.
  • Merkabeh
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    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    I'd prefer to see Character names while traveling about. Better for RP; and much more interesting.

    That being said, a method should exist to get the PSN ID as well. Toggling between the 2 Character Names and PSN IDs would work; or if we could examine the character and see the PSN ID there would work as well.

    PSN ID is required for certain features of the game, so it should be easily obtained when it is necessary, but all other times, I'd much rather see other players character names and have them see my character names.

    I mean, I created an Argonian Healer that is named Lets-many-die...why do I have to keep this gold hidden from everyone else...lol...

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  • ZylnorWrath_ESO
    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    Yes, it would be nice. i dont really like my psn name (really wish we could change it) but what is the point in naming our characters if we rarely use it?
    PSN: iTofuMan


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  • NewBlacksmurf
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    I would rather leave it as is
    I'd rather see a completely different situation if its changed.

    Default: No names at all, only class and character level
    Friends: Show Gt voice chat indicator and when grouped /guild show both in a logical way
    Followed: GT only
    Follower: Gt only
    Guild members only: show character name (Gt still pops when voice chat is used)


    Reason: In real life you only meet ppl by communicating with them rather than looking at them. This will drive different behaviors and award people who interact well with others.
    BUT all of this adds unnecessary complexity so no changes is best.

    Edited by NewBlacksmurf on June 17, 2015 3:56PM
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  • Lunerdog
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    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    Character names please, seeing someone called "Sodomiis Me" come running past you is rather a wtf moment.
  • Wild_Mage
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    Lol at names not becoming far more ridiculous if given a choice to make their own custom troll names. Please leave it as is, at least it is easy to block a player by gamer tag with ease.
  • katnip
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    I would rather leave it as is
    Would have loved names originally, but I feel to change this now would cause a huge mess and quite a few resources.
  • Zusia211
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    Just have each character run around as the name we choose. If people want to add you as a friend for other games then checking your info will reveal your id. Just feels weird when playing different characters.
    PSN: blinkgirl211 - if try adding me send message first cause lots of random people always tries to add me...
  • FoolWitDaSnoW
    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    We need to see our characters name
    Ebonheart Pact - Sorcerer - Altmer
  • Cherry
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    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    They've said it's a requirement by Sony and Microsoft, but there ARE games they've waived this for on each platform. But if they won't do this for ESO, what's the harm in having both? Maybe character name in the usual spot with PSN ID/gamertag right below it? If the requirement is that they be displayed, why can't both be displayed?
  • wharf
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    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    I'd rather see a completely different situation if its changed.

    Default: No names at all, only class and character level
    Friends: Show Gt voice chat indicator and when grouped /guild show both in a logical way
    Followed: GT only
    Follower: Gt only
    Guild members only: show character name (Gt still pops when voice chat is used)


    Reason: In real life you only meet ppl by communicating with them rather than looking at them. This will drive different behaviors and award people who interact well with others.
    BUT all of this adds unnecessary complexity so no changes is best.

    I know everyone's allowed to have their own opinions, but your opinions are bad and restrictive. This and the option to use text chat...smh
  • Orontos
    Orontos
    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    If we cant see character names, how will anyone ever appreciate my Orc, Borock Gro-bama? On a serious note, PSID and Gamertag shouldn't be an issue. DCUO, FF, and Neverwinter all display character names as far as I can recollect. Let's get it done Z.O.
  • Desommettor
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    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    This really is an issue for a lot of players. it's an mmo"RPG" to a lot of us players the role playing aspect of this is important. when I enter the world I want to play and be known as Desommettor not "ReappaChoppa". Come on Z.O / Bethesda get on this its a real immersion breaker and every time I talk in PVP and see my gamer tag just kills the mood.
  • RobDaCool
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    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    The few console MMO's I've played, Final Fantasy 14 on PS4, Neverwinter on Xbox One and heck even Dragon Quest X on the Wii U all show character names so why not this one?

    Ah well, no use worrying about it they're not going to change it.
    PS5 Pro NA - RobdacoolV2
  • RagingAtLife
    Allow us to choose whether we would rather see character names or ID tags
    Would love if this happened :blush:
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