diff --git a/wicked_quest.py b/wicked_quest.py
index 3a81123..32aee20 100755
--- a/wicked_quest.py
+++ b/wicked_quest.py
@@ -480,6 +480,8 @@ class WickedQuest:
                         messagebox(f"Failed to load save: {save_data}")
             elif choice == "play":
                 self.currentGame = select_game(self.sounds)
+                if self.currentGame is None:
+                    continue  # User cancelled game selection, return to main menu
                 # Validate level files before starting
                 errors = self.validate_levels()
                 if errors: