Free-to-play is just a ploy for future value extraction.

I typically go out of my way to avoid F2P games. I’d rather pay once for a game, rather than be stuck with a live service that constantly nags about subscriptions or microtransactions.

One good strategy that I heard was to back up your phone to the cloud, wipe it before traveling and only put essential apps, then load the backup once you’re past the border.

Helps to keep a low profile on social media too.