As the question was regarding VSF, are the two things in fact different beasts? Same genus but different species?
Deepest apologies, ole bean. Missed your original question while answering your follow-up.
I know I should have put quotes around 'steampunk' in my example. I was making fun of myself, but I will try to approach it more seriously. In the wise words spoken SO long ago, YMMV.
If I might use the lyrics of the esteemed Sir Reginald Pike-Devant, Esq., Steampunk is an esthetic. He may decry those who approach it lazily, but it may be considered in a sense superficial, playing at manners.
Many gamers approach at same level, and I will say, play on!
I hope my VSF can show a functionality of form that plays a bit deeper. I may not play The Great Game, but it would please me if some my table contretemps suggest it.
Doug