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Some Pokemon GO players are being hit with an official in-game message (above) warning against the use of third party apps which access Pokemon GO and also threatening further action should players continue.

The message - delivered in a big black warning box - reads:

"We have detected activity on your account that suggests you or someone accessing your account are using modified client software or unauthorized third party software which accesses Pokémon GO in violation of our Terms of Service.

"Please be aware that the use of such software can result in the loss of your account. If you have been using such software, we strongly encourage you to stop."

The biggest take away from the message is the impending threat to not only ban players but also to delete their accounts should they continue.

The Silph Road website has also verified that this is a legitimate in-game message.

Silph Road moderators Dronpes goes on to say:

"If you see this message, it is strongly recommended to change your password (if you sign in via PTC) or ensure no unwanted 3rd party apps are authorized to use your Google account.

"It is possible that you authorized a 3rd party (map, iv checker, etc) in the early days of PoGo that is now using your account for nefarious purposes."

Thankfully there is a solution offered by the Silph Road, who suggest users update their password and revoke access to any third party apps.

This can be done by visiting this link: https://myaccount.google.com/permissions

The news comes after an action-packed GDC, where Pokemon Go developer Niantic revealed their plans for new Android and Apple updates, the latest being how trading is set to be used in the game.

Senior product manager Tatsuo Nomura talked more on the new feature as GDC 2017, including how the new system of switching Pocket Monsters is going to work.

According to Nomura, Pokemon Go trading will allow for players to trade their excess Pokemon with other players in their proximity.

It means those in large populated areas will have no problem finding someone to trade with, however, there will be no additional internet-based options included.

In addition, It's clear that Nomura and his team at Niantic are worried that the new feature could destroy the delicate balance of the game and cause some major exploits to be added.

"You shouldn’t be able to exchange your Pokemon with someone who is 100 miles away from you," he commented.

"We're still trying to come up with an answer [to trading] that makes sense so it doesn't kill the game," he added

"If we fail this, we can easily kill the game."

No firm release date was given for the new Pokemon Go trading update, although Niantic have confirmed that they hope to launch it at some point in 2017.