Why is PS4 region-locked?
The PS4 is not region-locked, allowing players to play games from any region on their console, but it’s possible for developers to create region-locked games. However, Sony discourages developers from region-locking and will only allow it in special cases, ensuring that players can enjoy a wide range of games from different regions on their PS4 console.
Understanding Region Locking on PS4
The PS4 is designed to be a region-free console, making it easy for players to access and play games from different regions. However, some games may still be region-locked due to various reasons such as licensing agreements or censorship.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I fix region lock on PS4?
To fix region lock on PS4, you need to create a new PSN account for the region you want to access, and then use a credit card or PayPal account from that region to purchase and download games.
2. How to create a PlayStation account for a different region?
To create a PlayStation account for a different region, go to the Sony Entertainment Network website, enter an email address that isn’t associated with another PSN account, fill in your date of birth and desired password, and choose your new PSN region from the dropdown menu.
3. How do! I change my region on PS4?
You can’t change your region on your PS5 or PS4 account unless you create a new one, and if you want to purchase and download games from a specific region, you’ll also need to use a credit card or PayPal account from the same region.
4. Can you play Japanese PS4 games on American PS4?
Yes, Japanese PS4 games can be played on an American PS4 since the PS4 is a region-free console.
5. Is a Japanese PS4 region-locked?
No, a Japanese PS4 is not region-locked, but games bought in Japan will only be in Japanese, and you can play US games on a console bought in Japan since PS4 is not region-locked.
6. Will a Japanese PS4 work in the US?
Yes, a Japanese PS4 will work in the US since the PS4 is a region-free console and has a universal power supply.
7. Why do Japanese game companies tend to release games exclusive to PS4 and Switch?
Japanese game companies tend to release games exclusive to PS4 and Switch because they sell consoles.
8. Is US PS4 region-locked?
No, the US PS4 is not region-locked, although it is still possible to develop region-locked games.
9. How do I change my PS4 to USA?
To change your PS4 to USA, you need to create a new PSN account for the US region, and then use a credit card or PayPal account from the US to purchase and download games.
10. How do I put Japanese on my PS4?
To put Japanese on your PS4, go to Settings, select Keyboards and User Dictionary, and then select languages, and choose the Japanese language.
11. What does PS4 for Japan only mean?
PS4 for Japan only means that the game was made for the Japanese market only, and while PlayStation games aren’t region-locked, there won’t be any language options.
12. Does region matter for PS4?
No, region doesn’t matter for PS4 since the console itself is not region-locked, but any available add-on content is tied to a regional PlayStation Store.
13. Are all PS4 region-free?
Yes, all PS4 consoles are region-free, but the only thing that is not region-free is the DLC.
14. Can I use my PS4 in Japan?
Yes, you can use your PS4 in Japan since it has a universal power supply, and there is no difference between PS4s except the cord it comes with.
15. Why won’t PlayStation let me change country?
PlayStation won’t let you change your country because once you have set up a PlayStation Network (PSN) account, it locks your region, and you won’t be able to change it, even if you move permanently to another country.