In "Phantom Punchlines," players assume the role of Max, a disgraced stand-up comedian who finds himself trapped in a haunted comedy club after a freak lightning accident. Each ghost inhabiting the club has their unfinished business, all of which revolve around their failed careers and unrealized comedy dreams. Players must engage in interactive dialogue with these spirits, navigate zany scenarios, and perform comedic routines to help each ghost find closure. Along the way, Max must dodge showbiz rivalries, outwit a pesky ghost critic, and ultimately revive his own career while uncovering the tragic—and hilarious—tales behind each spectral performer. With each ghost's story revealed, player choices will lead to unique interactions, alternate endings, and a mix of laughs and screams.