In a recent interview on GamerLive.TV with Chris McDonough (Senior Producer) talked about a few of the inspirations for the game as well as some of the people brought in to help finish the project even though it is low priority to CCP at the moment. But hey, for fans of the franchise and game world like myself, it is good to hear that the game is still not lost and slowly working out of limbo.
Look below to watch the interview. He does talk about how V:tM Bloodlines was a huge inspiration to how they are doing atmosphere and points of reference. That is alongside the actual pen and paper books. He even tries to explain how the game will be more about the politics and backstabbing of the game world than your normal MMO titles out there.
I know I am looking forward to this title becoming a reality. Here's hoping I guess.