> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://ballgame-com.gitbook.io/ballgame.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://ballgame-com.gitbook.io/ballgame.com/how-to-play/where-do-i-start.md).

# Where Do I Start

## Are You Ready?

Getting started on **BALLGAME.COM** is quick, fun, and totally free.

As soon as you sign up, we’ll walk you through a short onboarding journey that shows you exactly how the game works; from making predictions to entering your first lottery draw.

Here’s what to expect during onboarding:

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#### ✉️  Sign in

Sign in using your **email**, **social account**, or **crypto wallet**
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#### 📱 Verify

Use your mobile phone number to verify your account
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#### 🧑‍🚀 Choose a username

Pick a unique username to get you noticed
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#### 🎁 Get rewards

Get rewarded with **free Shots** and a **Ticket** to get started
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## Your Welcome Pack

Once you complete the signup process you will receive a one-off **welcome pack** consisting of our [in-game currencies](/ballgame.com/how-to-play/in-game-currencies.md):

<table><thead><tr><th width="219.720458984375">Reward</th><th>Detail</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>🎯  100 Shots</td><td>Your in-game currency for making predictions</td></tr><tr><td>🎟️  1 Ticket </td><td>Your first free entry into the weekly lottery</td></tr><tr><td>🪙  Coins</td><td>Your path to earning more Tickets</td></tr></tbody></table>

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## Daily Bonus <a href="#daily-bonus" id="daily-bonus"></a>

Every day that you log in, you will receive **100 Free Shots** to keep you playing! Please note that you must log in daily to receive your Daily Bonus!

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## Make Your First Prediction

Once you're in, head over to where all the action is, the [Markets](/ballgame.com/how-to-play/markets-page.md) page, pick a live or upcoming event, and stake your **Shots** on a **YES** or **NO** question.

Every correct prediction earns you **Coins**, which you can later **convert into Tickets** giving you more chances to win big in our weekly blockchain-powered lottery. It’s free. It’s fun. It’s for fans.

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**Ready to play? Your first Shots are already loaded 🔫**