This study investigates the psychometric properties of the Spanish version of the Motives for Online Gaming Questionnaire (MOGQ). We
explored the factor structure and construct validity of the MOGQ through its relationships with gaming disorder symptoms (IGD–20) and
impulsivity traits. Wealso analyzed if sociodemographic variables and gaming habits were related to gaming motives. An online cross-sectional
survey was completed by 845 college students. Structure validity was examined using a combination of exploratory and confirmatory factor
analyses, which supported a bifactor model composed of a general motivation factor and six uncorrelated factors (a mixed factor composed of
escape and coping, competition, recreation, skill, social, and fantasy). Omega-hierarchical and omega coefficients were used to determine
reliability of the MOGQ. The scale presented acceptable reliability for the general factor (ωh = .79) and the specific factor scores (social ω = .79,
escape/coping ω = .81, competition ω = .79, skill ω = .84, fantasy ω = .82, and recreation ω = .70). Positive associations were observed between
the MOGQ and the IGD–20 symptoms, with escape/coping (r = .48) and fantasy (r =.40) showing the strongest ones. Null or low correlations
were observed with impulsivity traits. Motives to play varied significantly across genders. These findings provide evidence that the Spanish
version of the MOGQ is a reliable and valid tool to assess motives to play online games.