Purpose. This study aims to determine whether perceived addiction to video games is affected by the type of device used to play (smartphone versus console), paying special attention to the drivers for playing. Considering the theoretical framework of motivation, a structural model is proposed that considers three drivers (self-efficacy, challenge, and need for escapism) and an inhibitor (subjective norms) to explain the time spent on video games and perceived addiction. Methodology. We used a minimum partial squares (PLS) approach to estimate the structural equation model using first-hand information from 547 gamers in Spain. Findings. The results suggest that, regardless of the user's device, the two main factors determining whether they perceive being addicted to video games are the amount of time they spend playing and their need for escapism. We found that, specifically for console g...