DVD players are region-coded to prevent piracy, as different countries have different copyright laws. Each DVD player is coded to play DVDs released in a certain region. Region 1 covers the United States, Canada, and Bermuda. Region 2 covers most of Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and South America. Region 3 covers Southeast Asia and East Asia. Region 4 covers Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands. Region 5 covers the former Soviet republics, most of Africa, and North Korea. Region 6 covers China.

Can I play a region 2 DVD in the US?

Can I play a region 2 …