Looks like a cool project. Keep the updates coming!

Have you considered an automation controller instead? My plan is to mount an iPad in the wall and run my Zwave controllers app on it. That will allow me full control of lighting and outlets.

I’ll also have voice control now that Alexa can interface with my controller.

No need to have all the outlets on switches. It’s also bad ass to be able to turn things on and off with a wall mounted iPad or voice control.

For example, when I walk into my theater, I just say “Alexa, turn on watch a movie”. It turns on the screen lights, the sconses and the step lights. When I’m ready to start the move, I just say “Alexa, turn on Start the movie” and all the lights get dimmed (except for the step lights).

You could do the same thing with the games. Walk in and say “Alexa, turn on play pinball” and all the games turn on.

What issues have you had?

Just remember, as long as you have more than one outlet on the 20 amp circuit. If you only have one (like to a fridge, equipment rack, etc), it has to be a 20 amp outlet.

This would be my recommendation. Most drywallers will rotozip the boxes out and will want the outlets removed. Also, those black outlets can get messed up pretty easily.

Looks like a fun project. I'll be following along for sure.