This question deals with python graphics.py

I have a functioning python game currently.

I need to make a highscores list but am stuck.

This highscores list HAS to:

-be a .txt file called "the_highscores"

if the file is not already there, create the file with the default highscore:

Player Name Score

Jane Doe 10

-write the highscore to the file

the highscore file only displays the 5 highest scores so basically after the game is complete if the score is higher than on of the scores in the list then add it to the highscore txt file

I am not sure how to create a function (or whatever) that adds the score to the highscore list if is a highscore and only display the top 5 scores.

My game function returns the final score and name to the variables: final_score (for the score) and player_name(for the player name)