How is it forcing everyone else?
I create a single player game, window pops up - “Would you like to play in hardcore mode?? (Cheats disabled)” - I click yes, therefore it is my choice but in no way am i forcing it on others, you click no. It gives us both a style of play that we enjoy.

yes i was paying attention, i knew this event was on, but even for a extra xp event it seems a bit too much.