SINGAPORE — Stay safe when playing Pokemon Go, the police urged players on Saturday (Aug 6) hours after the game was launched in Singapore.

“The Pokemon Go craze has seen reports of accidents, injuries and even crimes in countries where it has already been launched. The Police would like to advise Pokémon GO players to enjoy the game safely,” a police statement said.

Since the game was launched here, many people have been spotted out hunting for the virtual creatures.

“Please do not endanger your life or personal safety,” said the police.

The police issued safety tips to players, including:

• Be aware of your personal safety when out looking for Pokémon. You should play in pairs or as a group to ensure your personal safety.

• Watch where you are walking, be aware of your surroundings and do not walk out into roads without looking.

• Do not play the game and drive any vehicle or ride any personal mobility device at the same time. You cannot do both safely.

• Do not trespass onto restricted areas and private properties. Do not take pictures of restricted areas.

• Be aware that you are potentially sharing data with others; there could be potential criminals who may seek the opportunity to lure victims to their fake “Pokéstops”.

• Educate your children to stranger-danger at “Pokéstops”.

• Never reveal your personal information and watch out for fake apps or cheat tools. Cyber criminals can access your personal data to commit fraud or hack into your phone with viruses and malware.

Meanwhile in a Facebook post, the Singapore Civil Defence Force also urged players not to play the game while driving, crossing the road or "while doing anything which may jeopardise your safety and those of others".

"Please also be reminded that all SCDF camps and units, including fire stations, are restricted areas and not accessible without clearance," the SCDF said.

Meanwhile, the Singapore Army also reminded personnel not to use the camera on your phones in green zones of our camps, "even if it’s to catch that rare Dragonite in your CO’s office or Chansey at the Medical Centre".

Pokemon Go launched in Singapore on Saturday, a month after it first launched in the US, Australia and New Zealand. According to business intelligence firm App Annie, more than 100 million people worldwide have downloaded the game as of July 26, generating more than US$75 million in revenue.