The Last of Us show being produced for HBO is adapting the original game--at least for its first season--but fans shouldn’t expect to know exactly what happens. In fact, there are certain parts where it will differ pretty significantly from the original material.

Speaking to IGN during SXSW 2021, Neil Druckmann, who wrote and served as creative director for both games and is executive producing the show, said the action level will be toned down on the show. It’s less necessary when there are no mechanics to teach, allowing the writers to spend more time focused on the drama between the characters. Additionally, there will be points where events are completely different from the game.

“Some of my favorite episodes so far have deviated greatly from the story, and I can’t wait for people to see them,” he added.