In a dystopian future where humor is banned, players step into the shoes of 'Punchline P.I.', a witty private investigator tasked with uncovering the mystery behind the 'Laughter Paradox'—a phenomenon causing people to uncontrollably laugh, creating chaos across the city. Players navigate through a vibrant metropolis, conversing with eccentric characters, solving puzzles that challenge their wit, and making choices that can either restore or threaten the city's true sense of humor. Decisions shape the storyline, leading to multiple endings where players could either save humor or plunge the world into a joyless silence.