How to Set a Player Name in Wii Sports Resort

Wii Sports Resort doesn't have a separate "player name" system. Your in-game identity is tied to your Mii.

How It Works

1. Create/edit a Mii in the Mii Channel (Wii Menu).
2. Give that Mii the name you want displayed.
3. In Wii Sports Resort, select that Mii as your player.
4. The Mii's name appears on leaderboards, multiplayer lobbies, and save files.

Creative Workarounds

• Use a nickname as the Mii's first name (e.g., "Ace" instead of "Alex").
• Add a title: "Cpt. Falcon", "Dr. Mario".
• Combine initials + number: "JD-7".
• Use Unicode characters (via Mii editing tools on PC) for symbols—though these may not display correctly on all Wii menus.

Important Limitations

• One Mii = one name. You can't have multiple aliases per Mii.
• Mii names are limited to 10 characters.
• Online features (Nintendo WFC) are discontinued; leaderboards are local only.

For all practical purposes: Your Mii's name IS your player name. Customize it in the Mii Channel before launching Resort.