In a reality where time is a chaotic mess, players assume the role of Max Tinker, a disgraced time-travel engineer who gains the ability to manipulate time after an experiment goes wildly wrong. Tasked with fixing paradoxes caused by other, less competent time travelers, Max journeys through various historical epochs and alternative timelines. Players must interact with famous figures, avert calamities by making critical decisions, and outsmart rival time agents—all while adhering to the unpredictable and nonsensical laws of time. Each choice leads to unforeseen consequences, making every playthrough a unique experience where humor and high stakes collide.