I actually looked at 5e as more of an attempt at merging D&D with a simplified system in the style of White Wolf (Vampire The Masquerade, Werewolf Apocalypse, etc.).
WoD is unique on it's own.
Super comlex rules not required because vast majority of game is social encounters (especially for vampires)
And where rules are simplified. Game lore is INSANELY complex.
And you wouldn't really be able to "Storytell" it right, unless you learn it whole and keep most important facts in your mind.
