The only 'game' I think I ever witnessed or (VERY briefly) participated in, was a drinking game called, I think, *ZOOM*. It was a site specific game at a party, where people stood in a circle and shouted verbal commands in a code which defined the next player.

You yelled either Zoom, Schwartz, or Porfigliano.. and if you missed your cue, you had to drink something intoxicating. (There even a 4th word added sometimes for proficient players)

I don't think that game is exactly in the same category as *THE GAME*, but it was a niche thing for young folks seeking to develop quick response brain reflexes.

(I never even encountered the 'coffee'/'tea' thing)