I think this is a cool idea. It reminded me of playing Resident Evil 1 back in the day. The spirit box didn't seem to do anything from what I could tell. I like the picture mode as it allows me to see all of the room easily. I wasn't sure what to do though. I wondered around for a little while, but didn't know what to do. Adding some creepy music would help the atmosphere.
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maybe you never turned it on? It make static until you are near a haunt event you can take a picture of, then it makes a VERY noticeable difference. I think i should have made the tutorials a bit less cryptic. I'll work on that for future games!
(also there is music in the game...but it happens later)