diff --git a/highscores.py b/highscores.py
index 6cc103a..edec65b 100644
--- a/highscores.py
+++ b/highscores.py
@@ -4,6 +4,7 @@ main file for pvm-highscores bot
 
 import logging
 import os
+import sys
 
 import nextcord
 from nextcord.ext import commands
@@ -32,6 +33,11 @@ submission_objects: dict = {}
 
 def main():
     """Main function for bot."""
+    min_python_version = (3, 7)
+    if sys.version_info < min_python_version:
+        print("ERROR: Python version must be >= 3.7")
+        sys.exit()
+
     # Allows privledged intents for monitoring members joining, roles editing, and role assignments
     # These need to be enabled in the developer portal as well
     intents = nextcord.Intents.default()