Beating n00bs (slang for players with low gaming skills) is more fun when you have a unique Gamertag that they can remember and fear. Luckily, picking a good name that's easy to remember isn't a hard thing to do. By following a few basic tips, you can come up with an awesome name yourself.
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Part 1 of 3: Making a Good Name
Step 1. Use puns or puns on real names or nicknames
If you have trouble making a good Gamertag, you can use your real name as initial inspiration. Try using a pun on first and last names. In addition, you can also use a nickname. Another idea that can be used is to create a pun or a reference to the name of a fictional character who has the same name as you.
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Example:
People named Adi Kusuma can use “XxKusumaxX”, “AdiK95”, “AdiCoy1234”, or “AKuMa4589”.
- Do not use full names for Gamertags. Note that anyone playing on Xbox Live can see your full name. In order to keep yourself safe, it would be better if you don't use your full name on the internet and only use your full name in everyday life.
Step 2. Use the name of your favorite game as Gamertag inspiration
If there's a particular game that you really like, try using the name of the game on the Gamertag. It won't be a problem if you play this game more often than other games. You can also use character names from the game as Gamertag names. You can also use names that don't specifically refer to the game, such as the names of places, weapons, or events in the game.
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Example:
If you like the Halo series, you can use “MasterChief3000”, “TnNeedler”, “CortanaLover99”, “CovenenantSquad01”, or “EliteHammer”.
Step 3. Use another favorite hobby or interest as Gamertag inspiration
Video games are certainly not the only thing that interests you so you can include other hobbies and interests as Gamertag inspiration. You can use your skills, hobbies, and interests as the basic idea for creating a name. Plus, you can use the name of your favorite animal, favorite band, dream car, or anything else, because you can take inspiration from anything you want as an idea to create a Gamertag.
Example: If you are a musician, try using musical terms like “XGitaristAnarchisX”, “MeTalBruTal”, “DonnyxHardcore”, “PianisSadis”, etc.
Step 4. Use an intimidating name
If you want to destroy your opponent in an online match, your name can warn your opponent that you have the most lethal skills in the game. Use a name that sounds terrible, deadly, or cursed. However, Xbox Live's Terms of Service prohibit the use of hateful and insulting names.
Example: “BakalBegal”, “BayangMaut”, “ButcherN00b”, “LuGueBantai”, and others.
Step 5. Use a mysterious or scary name
To make the match even more tense, instead of saying it outright, you can use a name that implicitly tells other players that you are going to destroy them. Names that imply something mysterious or suspicious are quite popular and are often used by players as their Gamertags, because sometimes the player doesn't have to tell the opponent what he can do to them.
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Example:
"AjalNiskala", "Ninjitsu765", "XSeranahxGraveX", "Watch outMair!"
Step 6. Make a joke or play on words
Gamertag made does not have to be serious or gripping. In fact, having a cheerful name makes you seem friendly and makes it easier for you to make friends with them. This can be beneficial for you if you want to work with other players to achieve the same goal. A name that makes others laugh when he first sees it can be a good name. With the limited number of letters that can be used to create Gamertags, creating an entertaining name will be easier when using word games.
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Example:
"AndiLaw", "Maribobo" (a pun on "Marlboro"), "SiSadisJembatan Ancol" (a pun on "Si Manis Jembatan Ancol"), "100D" (the pronunciation of this name is "cepe de" which is a pun on the slang word "tired". deh").
- You can use online tools like Pun Generator if you're having trouble finding ideas. You can access the tool at this link
Step 7. Use another language
You only need a few words that don't come from English or Indonesian to create a unique Gamertag in both English and Indonesian games. You have several options for creating Gamertags made up of other language words. One way that can be done is to translate other players' names that sound cool into other languages. You can also use a name that comes from the native country of the language that is as popular as your real name. You can also come up with names based on words that you think sound good or whatever you like, because all the choices are yours.
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Example:
If you like bears, you can use Urso734 ("Urso" means "bear" in Portuguese) or 123Ayi ("Ayi" means "bear" in Turkish)
- Online translators such as Google Translate and Freetranslation.com can help you find and translate the name you want.
Step 8. Use a random name
Your name doesn't have to have a meaning. In fact, the more random the name, the less likely it is that someone else has it. Try to combine two unrelated words or use a randomly selected adjective to describe the word you like. The more creative the use of the word, the better the name.
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Example:
"0RajaoKetan0", "Gembrot Gang", "Be9alBe6al". "TuWaGaPat", and others.
- You can also use words or phrases that don't have any meaning.
Part 2 of 3: Picking a Name No One Else Has
Step 1. Check the availability of the desired name on the internet
Check on the internet whether the desired name is still available or not. Before you go all the way into Xbox Live and create a Gamertag only to find out that someone else's desired name has been taken, you can check the availability of the name on several websites on the internet. Search engines can help you find these websites.
For example, this website can help you check name availability
Step 2. Enter additional letters if needed
Don't worry if the desired Gamertag is already owned by someone else. You can still get similar names by adding or changing a few letters. One common method is to enter a series of numbers before or after the name. You can also spell names differently, enter extra letters, change spaces, and more.
For example, if you want the name "WiroSableng", but the name is already owned by someone else, you can use "WiroSaleng125604", "123Wiro Sableng456", or other similar names
Step 3. Use letters as name decoration
One of the common ways used by players to get the name they want is by making a design in front or behind the name. The design can be made using available letters or numbers so that it gives the impression that the name has decorations or decorations. There's no one-size-fits-all way to do this move, but symmetrical lettering such as the letters "X", "I", and "Y" is common among players.
For example, if you want the name "Battle Expert", but that name already belongs to another player, you can use "xXAhliTarungXx", "OoOoTarungoOoO", or another similar name
Step 4. Enter the Clan Name
In online games, Clans are basically "clubs" where dedicated players come together to play with people they know. Often players advertise Clan by including the Clan name at the beginning of the username (usename). In addition, this method can also help you get a name that is already owned by someone else, because if the name that is already owned by someone else is combined with the Clan name, then the name from the merger is usually not owned by someone else.
- For example, if you join the Clan "Fyre" and the desired name is "KingShoot10", you can advertise the Clan using the following name: "xFyrexKingShoot10".
- Clans usually have separate instructions on how to advertise their Clans using the correct Gamertag format. Make sure you follow the directions made by Clan.
Part 3 of 3: Know What to Avoid
Step 1. Don't create an insulting Gamertag
There are a number of rules that define what can and can't be included in Gamertags. The rules are set out in the "Xbox Live Code of Conduct" and all players who create an Xbox Live account have agreed to follow these rules. The most important rule that must be followed when creating a Gamertag is the rule that prohibits the use of insulting language. Accounts that violate these rules will be banned or their membership status will be suspended. The following language contains insults prohibited by the "Xbox Live Code of Conduct":
- swearing
- Names that contain hatred of a particular race or group of people, such as racism or gender-degrading slurs.
- Name containing the name of the illegal drug.
- Names that touch on controversial religious topics.
- Names that allude to controversial historical events or figures.
Step 2. Don't create Gamertags that contain sexual references
There is another important rule regarding how Gamertags are created which allows only a few sexual terms to be used in names. In general, any word containing "dirty" language is not allowed. However, there are some "clean" terms that allowed its use on Gamertags. The following terms are allowed to be used:
- "Gay" (or homosexual), "Bi" (or bisexual), and "Lesbian"
- " Transgender"
- "Straight" (or heterosexual)
Step 3. Do not use a name that is spelled similar to the prohibited name
Even if the Gamertag that is created technically does not contain insulting language, your account may still be banned or your membership status will be suspended if you use a name that implicitly contains insults. Usually users who attempt to violate the "Xbox Live Code of Conduct" can be found easily, so coming up with an implicitly insulting name is just a waste of time.
For example, the name "Adolph Hitler" was banned, because he was a controversial historical figure. However, names like "A. Dolph Hit L. R." also still prohibited its use, because it refers to the same person
Step 4. Don't Trade Gamertags
Make sure the Gamertag used is yours. Trading Gamertag violates the "Xbox Live Code of Conduct" so that both the seller and the buyer will be punished or banned.
If another user already has the name you want, use the tips above to find a name that is similar to the one you want. Don't buy or steal names that already belong to someone else
Step 5. Don't impersonate someone else or defame someone
Using a name to demean another person, either by impersonating that person or by insulting him/herself, is not allowed on Xbox Live. These rules also apply to other players, moderators, game developers, and Microsoft staff. Make sure the name you want is based on yourself, not someone else.
Disguising as authority figures such as moderators and staff members is a tactic often used in scams. If you do this, even if you have no malicious intent, you will be banned or have your membership status suspended
Tips
- Use a unique name for the Gamertag. If you get an idea from a friend's Gamertag, ask him for permission first, because he may not want you to copy his Gamertag. If you already use Gamertags that are similar to friends, you will have a hard time changing them.
- If you are still confused about choosing a name for Gamertag, Microsoft can provide suggestions on Gamertags that can be used on the "Change Gamertag" menu.
- Gamertags can only contain alphanumeric letters (A-Z and 0-9) and spaces. If you use a non-alphanumeric font, you will be prompted to change the name.
Warning
- Putting too many "X" or other similar decorative words in the name will make it look unoriginal and may be underestimated by other players.
- Use a unique name for the Gamertag. If you get an idea from a friend's Gamertag, ask him for permission first, because he may not want you to copy his Gamertag. If you already use Gamertags that are similar to your friends, you will have difficulty changing them.
- Ask permission first before joining a Clan. You must ask the Clan leader for permission before changing the Gamertag.
