During the early 1990s, Metal Forces changed from their policy of balancing their articles between established and unknown bands, to a style which covered more mainstream and famed rock and heavy metal bands. The changes implemented were not profitable and the magazine lost readers and advertisers. In this period and for a brief time, Metal Forces launched the appreciated spin-off Thrash 'n Burn (later renamed Xtreme Noize).
During the early 1990s, Metal Forces shifted from its policy of mixing articles about well-known and obscure bands to one that focused on more popular and renowned rock and heavy metal acts. The alterations were not profitable, leading to a decline in readership and advertisers. In this timeframe and for a short period, Metal Forces launched the highly valued spin-off Thrash 'n Burn (later renamed Xtreme Noize).