I do not understand all these hardcore players here that are so afraid of others playing their "last bastion of hardcore-ness." I assume if the people who love taking the hard way home and bragging about it, that when somehow others accomplish the same feat but using a shortcut, their accomplishment is made less.
I personally would not play on easy mode but if there is a certain group of people who want to, who am I to judge them for enjoying their gaming a bit easier or to try and deny them that option? I will agree, as long as the overall game is not compromised (as in the easier mode can make damage lower, leveling easier, etc), I see no problem.








