diff --git a/examples/python/basic.py b/examples/python/basic.py
index 2cef62f05..adc52cddb 100755
--- a/examples/python/basic.py
+++ b/examples/python/basic.py
@@ -41,7 +41,7 @@
 # If not specified default doom2 maps will be used and it's pretty much useles... unless you want to play doom.
 game.set_doom_scenario_path("../../scenarios/basic.wad")
 
-# Set map to start (scenario .wad files can contain many maps).
+# Sets map to start (scenario .wad files can contain many maps).
 game.set_doom_map("map01")
 
 # Sets resolution. Default is 320X240
@@ -74,6 +74,10 @@
 # Makes the window appear (turned on by default)
 game.set_window_visible(True)
 
+
+# Sets the livin reward (for each move) to -1
+game.set_living_reward(-1)
+
 # Initialize the game. Further configuration won't take any effect from now on.
 game.init()